Benzamycin Gel and Sublocade

• Generic Name: benzoyl peroxide / erythromycin topical
• Dosage Forms: topical gel
• Other Brand Names: Benzamycin, Benzamycin Pak, Aktipak

Benzoyl peroxide has an antibacterial effect. It also has a mild drying effect that allows excess oils and dirt to be easily washed away.

Erythromycin is an antibiotic. Erythromycin topical prevents bacteria from growing on the skin.

Benzamycin (for the skin) is a combination medicine used to treat acne.

Benzamycin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: buprenorphine
• Dosage Forms: subcutaneous injection
• Other Brand Names: Sublocade, Belbuca, Buprenex, Probuphine, Butrans, Subutex

Sublocade (buprenorphine) is an opioid medication, sometimes called a narcotic.

Sublocade is used to treat opioid addiction. It is not for use as a pain medication.

Sublocade is given to people who have started addiction treatment with an oral form of buprenorphine placed under the tongue or inside the cheek (such as Suboxone or Subutex).

Sublocade is available only in a certified healthcare setting under a special program. You will not be able to give yourself this medicine.