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Use of long-acting injectable buprenorphine in the correctional setting.

Rosemarie A MartinJustin BerkJosiah D RichAugustine KangJohn FritscheJennifer G Clarke
Published in: Journal of substance abuse treatment (2022)
XR-BUP is feasible and acceptable in correctional settings. XR-BUP addresses administrative concerns of diversion that obstruct lifesaving MOUD and offers another safe and effective treatment option. Further studies and trials should continue to assess this novel medication's ability to treat opioid addiction in the correctional setting and upon release to the community.
Keyphrases
  • healthcare
  • chronic pain
  • mental health
  • pain management
  • emergency department
  • adverse drug
  • hyaluronic acid
  • minimally invasive
  • replacement therapy
  • electronic health record