BELBUCA vs BUPRENEX
Independent side-by-side comparison.
Rating
New
New
Pharmacy pays
~$683.94 /30
~$683.94 /30
Type
RX
RX
Active ingredient
BUPRENORPHINE HYDROCHLORIDE
BUPRENORPHINE HYDROCHLORIDE
Dosage forms
Film, Soluble
Injectable
Drug class
Partial Opioid Agonist
Partial Opioid Agonist
Boxed warning
None
Treats
Heroin Dependence, Pain
Heroin Dependence, Pain
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Belbuca or Buprenex?
Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $683.94 for a 30-count supply, per the CMS NADAC survey. That is not what you will be charged: your price is set by your insurer and the pharmacy, not by what the drug cost them.
What is the difference between Belbuca and Buprenex?
Both Belbuca and Buprenex share the active ingredient Buprenorphine Hydrochloride.
Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.