Uses of This Medicine. Buprenorphine injection is used to relieve moderate to severe pain. Buprenorphine belongs to the group of medicines called narcotic analgesics (pain medicines). It acts on the central nervous system (CNS) to relieve pain. When a narcotic medicine is used for a long time, it may become habit-forming, causing mental or physical dependence.
The medulla oblongata is located in the lower portion of the brainstem. It is very important in things like heart rate and blood pressure. It's responsible for many reflexes in the body, or involuntarily controls, such as vomiting, sneezing, and coughing. A brain stem stroke happens when the brainâs blood supply is interrupted in this area. This type of stroke can result in death, since the damaged brain stem can no longer control the bodyâs vital functions.
The brain stem connects the rest of the brain to the spinal cord, which runs down your neck and back. The brain stem is in charge of all the functions your body needs to stay alive, automatic activities like breathing, digestion, and circulating blood. (see related link).+ 134 others found this useful.he brain stem connects the rest of the brain to the spinal cord, which runs down your neck and back. The brain stem is in charge of all the functions your body needs to stay alive, automatic activities like breathing, digestion, and circulating blood. (see related link). + 134 others found this useful.