Buprenorphine’s ceiling effect means that beyond a certain dose, increases in some of its opioid effects become limited. This is especially important for respiratory depression, making buprenorphine less likely than full opioid agonists to dangerously suppress breathing. However, serious respiratory depression can still occur, particularly when buprenorphine is combined with other sedating substances.
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