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How long does it take for Suboxone to take effect?

My son was prescribed Suboxone for his addiction, and it seem like it works for him. He's not experiencing much anxiety and is generally relaxed after it's taken. How long does it take for Suboxone to usually take effect?

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The effects of Suboxone on someone who is an opiate withdrawal is generally less than an hour after taking it. It is very fast acting and will pull somebody out of withdrawal very quickly. Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg>
Relief from withdrawal starts in minutes but the peak effect takes several days.
Suboxone works right away, usually within an hour. Please remember that if your son STOPS taking Suboxone, the risk of relapse is extremely high. He needs to stay on it for YEARS. Luckily, it very rarely has any significant side effects or risks unless mixed with a lot of other drugs.
Approximately 30-60 minutes