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Review
. 2011 Mar;38(1):59-70.
doi: 10.1016/j.pop.2010.11.005. Epub 2010 Dec 24.

Opioid dependence

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Opioid dependence

Joseph J Benich 3rd. Prim Care. 2011 Mar.

Abstract

Opioid dependence is becoming a more common problem in the United States that gives rise to many negative health and social consequences for both individuals and society as a whole. Opioid dependence presents a challenging issue for physicians to identify and treat. Understanding and managing withdrawal symptoms is often a necessary first step on the road to recovery for these patients. Long-term therapy options include detoxification, nonpharmacologic treatment plans, and maintenance replacement treatment with either methadone or buprenorphine. Physicians meeting necessary requirements have the option of implementing office-based opioid-assisted maintenance therapy.

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