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BUPRENORPHINE HYDROCHLORIDE vs BUTORPHANOL TARTRATE

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated October 10, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. BUPRENORPHINE HYDROCHLORIDE and BUTORPHANOL TARTRATE are different prescription medicines. Combining or switching between them can cause interactions — talk to a pharmacist or prescriber before making changes. This page is not medical advice.

buprenorphine hydrochloridebutorphanol tartrate

Rating

72/100
62/100

Pharmacy pays

~$687.67 /30
$14.77 /mL

Type

RX
RX

Active ingredient

BUPRENORPHINE HYDROCHLORIDE
BUTORPHANOL TARTRATE

Manufacturer

Hikma
Apotex

Dosage forms

Injectable, Solution, Tablet
Injectable, Spray/Inhaler, Spray/Inhaler, metered

Drug class

Partial Opioid Agonist
Opioid Agonist/Antagonist

Boxed warning

None
Boxed warning

Treats

Heroin Dependence, Pain
Pain

Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Buprenorphine Hydrochloride or Butorphanol Tartrate?

By our independent rating, Buprenorphine Hydrochloride scores higher — 3.6 vs 3.1 out of 5 for Butorphanol Tartrate. Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data.

What is the difference between Buprenorphine Hydrochloride and Butorphanol Tartrate?

Buprenorphine Hydrochloride contains Buprenorphine Hydrochloride, while Butorphanol Tartrate contains Butorphanol Tartrate — they have different active ingredients.

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.