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Health
Punjab Supplies 43.44 Crore Buprenorphine Tablets
✍️ The New Indian Express
🗓 07 Aug 2026, 05:18 AM
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Punjab has supplied a large quantity of buprenorphine tablets over the past 4.5 years. The consumption of these tablets has risen sharply, especially in jails.
Punjab has witnessed a significant supply of buprenorphine tablets, with a total of 43.44 crore tablets being distributed over the past 4.5 years. This substantial supply has led to a sharp rise in consumption, particularly within the state's jail system. The increased demand for these tablets highlights the ongoing efforts to address addiction and substance abuse issues within the region. The focus on providing such medication underscores the importance of tackling these problems through medical intervention.