| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7505882 | Drug and Alcohol Dependence | 2014 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
The non-therapeutic use of buprenorphinehas risen dramatically in the past five years, particularly in those who also use heroin. However, it appears that buprenorphine is rarely preferred for its inherent euphorigenic properties, but rather serves as a substitute for other drugs, particularly heroin, or as a drug used, preferable to methadone, to self-medicate withdrawal sickness or wean off opioids.
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Authors
Theodore J. Cicero, Matthew S. Ellis, Hilary L. Surratt, Steven P. Kurtz,