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Practice Guideline
. 2016 Mar;12(1):142-4.
doi: 10.1007/s13181-015-0529-1.

Safety Issues Regarding Prescription Opioids

American College of Medical Toxicology
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Practice Guideline

Safety Issues Regarding Prescription Opioids

American College of Medical Toxicology. J Med Toxicol. 2016 Mar.
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