Method for Successfully Inducting Individuals Who Use Illicit Fentanyl Onto Buprenorphine/Naloxone

Denis Antoine, Andrew S. Huhn, Eric C. Strain, Gavin Turner, Jasmyne Jardot, Alexis S. Hammond, Kelly E. Dunn

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Abstract

Background and Objectives: Individuals exposed to fentanyl are at risk of precipitated withdrawal using typical buprenorphine/naloxone induction procedures. Methods: This case series describes buprenorphine/naloxone inductions of four individuals who tested positive for fentanyl. Results: Buprenorphine-precipitated withdrawal was observed in two individuals who completed a conventional buprenorphine/naloxone induction strategy. Two more individuals completed a revised buprenorphine/naloxone induction strategy that did not precipitate withdrawal. Discussion and Conclusion: Using multiple 2 mg doses of buprenorphine/naloxone in patients already in mild/moderate withdrawal improved outcomes. Scientific Significance: Persons who use illicit fentanyl might be less likely to experience precipitated withdrawal from this revised buprenorphine/naloxone induction strategy. (Am J Addict 2021;30:83–87).

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)83-87
Number of pages5
JournalAmerican Journal on Addictions
Volume30
Issue number1
DOIs
StatePublished - Jan 2021

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Medicine (miscellaneous)
  • Clinical Psychology
  • Psychiatry and Mental health

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