Which statement about buprenorphine is correct?
Correct answer: A. It is a partial opioid agonist with a ceiling effect on respiratory depression
- A. It is a partial opioid agonist with a ceiling effect on respiratory depression
- B. It is a pure opioid antagonist that immediately prevents withdrawal
- C. It is a sedative that treats alcohol withdrawal seizures
- D. It is a stimulant that increases dopamine release in the brain
Explanation
Buprenorphine is a partial mu-opioid receptor agonist used in opioid use disorder treatment, with less respiratory depression than full agonists when used as prescribed. It can still cause opioid effects and may precipitate withdrawal if started too soon after a full opioid agonist.
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