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Heroin anticraving medications: a systematic review.

Author: AmarRichard, CasarellaJennifer, DrexlerKaren, FareedAyman, VayalapalliSreedevi

Journal ArticleAn article published in an academic or professional journal that reports original research or scholarly analysis.
ReviewAn article that critically examines existing research on a particular topic and summarizes the current state of knowledge in the field.
Systematic ReviewA review that systematically collects, evaluates, and integrates relevant research to answer a specific research question.

Overview

Buprenorphine is a promising alternative medication for heroin craving, showing similar efficacy to methadone at doses above 8 mg daily. This was determined through a review of 12 studies. While buprenorphine demonstrates potential for treating opiate craving, further research is needed to fully assess its effectiveness and compare it directly to methadone.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
BACKGROUND: Heroin craving is a trigger for relapse and dropping out of treatment. Methadone has been the standard medication for the management of heroin craving. OBJECTIVES: We explored the medication options other than methadone which may have heroin anticraving properties. METHODS: To be selec...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.3109/00952990.2010.505991

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Medications for Heroin Craving: A Systematic Review

The battle against [heroin addiction] is often characterized by intense craving, a major obstacle to recovery. This study systematically reviewed the available evidence on medications for heroin craving, exploring alternatives to the standard treatment, methadone. The authors examined randomized controlled trials and observational studies that investigated the effects of various medications on both subjective and objective measures of craving.

Buprenorphine Shows Promise for Heroin Craving Management

The review found that buprenorphine, at doses above 8 mg daily, shows promising results in managing heroin craving, particularly in patients receiving long-term opioid maintenance treatment. This finding suggests that buprenorphine may offer a valuable alternative to methadone for treating heroin addiction.

New Hope for Heroin Addiction Treatment

This systematic review provides encouraging evidence for the potential of buprenorphine to effectively manage heroin craving. This discovery offers a glimmer of hope for those seeking to overcome addiction and achieve lasting recovery. It is important to note that this review highlights the need for further research to fully understand the efficacy and safety of buprenorphine for this purpose.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This research offers hope for those struggling with heroin addiction. Like a camel navigating a treacherous desert, those seeking recovery must find the right tools and support to overcome their challenges. This study suggests that buprenorphine may provide a vital resource for managing heroin craving, a crucial step on the path to recovery.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2011-03-02
  2. Date Revised 2018-12-01
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

20955107

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.3109/00952990.2010.505991

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