Myths vs Facts
Learn more about:
Buprenorphine Fentanyl Methadone Naloxone/Narcan Naltrexone Suboxone
What is Buprenorphine?
Buprenorphine is a medication used to treat Opioid Use Disorder.
What is Fentanyl?
Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid pain reliever.
Missouri Network for Opiate Reform and Recovery Founder Chad Sabora held a handful of the substance in his bare hand in a Facebook video to prove it’s safe to handle.
Guidance on Handling the Increasing Prevalence of Drugs Adulterated or Laced with Fentanyl
What is Methadone?
Methadone is a medication used to treat Opioid Use Disorder.
What is Naloxone / Narcan?
Naloxone (brand name is Narcan) is a medication called an “opioid antagonist” used to counter the effects of opioid overdose, for example morphine and heroin overdose.
What is Naltrexone?
Naltrexone is a medication used in medication-assisted treatment (MAT) to treat both opioid and alcohol use disorders.
What is Suboxone?
SUBOXONE® (buprenorphine and naloxone) Sublingual Film (CIII) is a prescription medicine used to treat adults who are addicted to (dependent on) opioid drugs (either prescription or illegal) as part of a complete treatment program that also includes counseling and behavioral therapy.
