Buprenorphine abuse among opiate addicts.

摘要: The search for an effective analgesic without dependence-producing properties has continued years. Buprenorphine, introduced in Ireland 1980, been described as a potent with low abuse potential, however sporadic reports the literature seem to contradict this view. This article is attempt establish extent of Buprenorphine among opiate addicts Ireland. A retrospective survey was carried out all first presenting at National Drug Advisory & Treatment Centre between September 1st 1986 and August 31st 1987. study relied on self-reporting by drugs abused. major drug Dublin's its use increasingly common. In Dublin, tablets are sold illicit market A,£3-A,£5 each. They may be crushed, taken sublingually, snorted or more frequently dissolved injected intravenously. rarely preferred drug, primarily preventing withdrawal symptoms heroin. available prescription until July findings have implications prescribing Buprenorphine. It since become prescription-only medicine it clear that contrary initials beliefs, high potential. remarkable widespread not reported other countries.