Does Suboxone loose it's potency. If I've had a tablet for a month will it not be as potent as when perscribed

Question

I was perscribed Suboxone but I've been lowering my doseage so my perscription is lasting longer but I notice if I take my dosage from a tablet that has been in the bottle for say a month it doesn't feel as potent as when I take it when I first get my Suboxone. Is it all in my head or does it actually loose it's potency overtime. If anyone could help me with this it would be greatly appreciated.

Dr. Gonzo

Answer 1

It does lose potency over time, but not so fast that a month would make any difference.  (Unless you left it out of it's container in a hot, moist area - this would accelerate its deterioration.)  Keep them in the bottle and keep the bottle closed and they won't lose any potency for at least 6 months.