Zorbium contains an active pharmaceutical ingredient and several inactive ingredients that contribute to its formulation. The primary active component is buprenorphine, while the inactive ingredients include a solvent and various excipients.
Active Ingredient
The active ingredient in Zorbium is buprenorphine. It is present at a concentration of 20 mg per mL, administered as 21.56 mg of buprenorphine hydrochloride.
Inactive Ingredients
The inactive ingredients are substances that help to stabilize the formulation, act as a solvent, or serve other non-medicinal functions within the product. For Zorbium, these include:
- Dehydrated alcohol: Used as a solvent.
- Padimate O: A compound with various applications, including as an excipient.
- Butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA): An antioxidant commonly used to prevent spoilage.
- Butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT): Another antioxidant, often used in conjunction with BHA.
For clarity, here is a breakdown of the ingredients in Zorbium:
| Ingredient Type | Specific Ingredient | Role/Function (in Zorbium) |
|---|---|---|
| Active Ingredient | Buprenorphine (as hydrochloride) | Primary therapeutic agent |
| Inactive Ingredients | Dehydrated alcohol | Solvent |
| Padimate O | Excipient | |
| Butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA) | Antioxidant | |
| Butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT) | Antioxidant |
