Probuphine and Tamiflu

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

Probuphine (buprenorphine) is an opioid medication. An opioid is sometimes called a narcotic.

Probuphine implants are used to treat narcotic addiction in certain people whose addiction has already been treated and controlled with other forms of buprenorphine (such as Subutex or Suboxone). Probuphine implants are for adults and teenagers who are at least 16 years old.

Probuphine implants are available only from a certified pharmacy under a special program. You must be registered in the program and understand the risks and benefits of using this medicine. The implants are not for use as a pain medication.

• Generic Name: oseltamivir
• Dosage Forms: capsule; powder for suspension
• Other Brand Names: Tamiflu

Tamiflu (oseltamivir) is an antiviral medication that blocks the actions of influenza virus types A and B in your body.

Tamiflu is used to treat flu symptoms caused by influenza virus in people have had symptoms for less than 2 days. This medicine may also be given to prevent influenza in people who may be exposed but do not yet have symptoms. Tamiflu will not treat the common cold.

Tamiflu should not be used in place of getting a yearly flu shot. The Centers for Disease Control recommends an annual flu shot to help protect you each year from new strains of influenza virus.