Buprenorphine Implants for Treatment of Opioid Dependence: A Randomized Controlled Trial [Original Contribution]

Published October 17, 2010

Buprenorphine Implants for Treatment of Opioid Dependence: A Randomized Controlled Trial [Original Contribution]
Context Limitations of existing pharmacological treatments for opioid dependence include low adherence, medication diversion, and emergence of withdrawal symptoms. Objective To determine the efficacy of buprenorphine implants that provide a low, steady level of buprenorphine over 6 months for the treatment of opioid dependence. Design, Setting, and Participants A randomized, placebo …
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