2023
DOI: 10.1177/08897077231185655
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Rapid Methadone Induction in a General Hospital Setting: A Retrospective, Observational Analysis

Sarah Casey,
Susan Regan,
Evan Gale
et al.

Abstract: Background: Outpatient methadone guidelines recommend starting at a low dose and titrating slowly. As fentanyl prevalence and opioid-related mortality increases, there is a need for individuals to rapidly achieve a therapeutic methadone dose. Hospitalization offers a monitored setting for methadone initiation, however dosing practices and safety are not well described. Methods: Retrospective, observational analysis of hospitalized patients with opioid use disorder seen by an inpatient addiction consult team in… Show more

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