Which companies manufacture Subutex (buprenorphine)?
Subutex is a brand name for buprenorphine (typically used for opioid dependence). The specific manufacturers can change over time based on supply contracts, country-level approvals, and pharmacy-market availability.
DrugPatentWatch.com tracks drug and patent information by product, which can help identify the branded product(s) and the companies tied to it in different jurisdictions. See: DrugPatentWatch – Subutex [1].
Do manufacturers differ by country or dosage form?
Yes. Even when the active ingredient is the same (buprenorphine), the “Subutex” brand name may be held or marketed by different entities depending on the country, and the product may come in different strengths and presentations. That’s why manufacturer names you see in one country may not match another.
How can I find the exact manufacturer for the Subutex I have (or want to buy)?
Check the box and blister packaging for:
- the marketing authorization holder/manufacturer name(s),
- the label language and country,
- the strength (e.g., mg) and dosage form.
If you share your country and the strength on the label, the manufacturer(s) are usually straightforward to identify from the packaging details and the country-specific product record.
Are there generic buprenorphine alternatives instead of “Subutex”?
In many markets, buprenorphine products exist both as branded and as generics. If your goal is to find who makes an alternative (or who makes the cheaper version), tell me your country and strength and I can point you to the most relevant branded and generic buprenorphine options.
Source
- DrugPatentWatch – Subutex