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Can I use Kadian if I take buprenorphine?

Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
Pharmacy
If you take buprenorphine, talk to your doctor before taking the extended-release pain medication Kadian (morphine). Buprenorphine, which may be used to treat opioid addiction, can decrease the effectiveness of Kadian. That can leave your pain uncontrolled and possibly lead to withdrawal symptoms.

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