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Prescription Opioid Use Linked to Binge Drinking

Prescription opioid misuse is more common among binge drinkers, with the prevalence of opioid misuse increasing with binge drinking frequency.

Medications to Treat Cocaine Use Disorder: Are Any Effective?

Although some pharmacological agents may help improve abstinence and treatment retention in patients with cocaine use disorder, the majority of these drugs are ineffective for treating this condition.

Parental Opioid Use May Increase Suicidality in Offspring

Children of parents with opioid use had a 2-fold increased risk for suicide attempts vs children of matched controls.

Naloxone Available in Only 1 in 3 Philadelphia Pharmacies

Only one-third of Philadelphia pharmacies carry naloxone nasal spray and many pharmacies require a physician’s prescription.

Opioid Safety Initiative Can Decrease Opioid Prescriptions

The Opioid Safety Initiative has been effective for decreasing opioid prescriptions among patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty.

Many Buprenorphine Prescribers Not Offering New Appointments

For callers reporting heroin use, many buprenorphine prescribers do not offer new appointments or rapid access to buprenorphine.

Rate of Opioid Prescriptions High for Teens, Young Adults in ED

For adolescents and young adults, the rate of opioid prescribing in emergency departments is high.

Stepped Treatment for Alcohol Use Disorder Benefits Patients With HIV

Integrated stepped alcohol treatment (ISAT) reduces alcohol consumption in patients with HIV and a known drinking problem.

Racial and Economic Disparities in Buprenorphine Prescriptions

Buprenorphine treatment may be more available to individuals who are white, use self-pay, or have private insurance.

Most Patients at High Risk of Opiate Overdose Are Not Prescribed Naloxone

Patients at high risk of opioid overdose rarely receive prescriptions for naloxone, despite many interactions with the health care system.