The ABCs of Buprenorphine in Treating Opioid Use Disorders
An e-pamphlet recently published by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) simply titled, “Buprenorphine,”[1] provides anyone seeking treatment for an opioid use disorder (a.k.a., chemical dependency/addiction to opioids) with a clear description of this FDA-approved medication, including how it can be a powerful ally in one’s recovery. Often prescribed as part of…