Drug use patterns and factors related to the use and discontinuation of medications for opioid use disorder in the age of fentanyl: findings from a mixed-methods study of people who use drugs

Drug use patterns and factors related to the use and discontinuation of medications for opioid use disorder in the age of fentanyl: findings from a mixed-methods study of people who use drugs

Abstract Background Medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD; methadone, buprenorphine, naltrexone) are the most effective treatments for OUD, and MOUD is protective against fatal overdoses. However, continued illegal drug use can increase the risk of treatment discontinuation. Given the widespread...

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Main Authors: Jaclyn M. W. Hughto, Abigail Tapper, Sabrina S. Rapisarda, Thomas J. Stopka, Wilson R. Palacios, Patricia Case, Joseph Silcox, Patience Moyo, Traci C. Green
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2023-05-01
Series:Substance Abuse Treatment, Prevention, and Policy
Subjects:
Medications for opioid Use Disorder
Methadone
Buprenorphine
Naltrexone
Drug Use
Overdose
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13011-023-00538-x

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