The Predictive Value of Degree of Preference for Extended-Release Naltrexone for Treatment Adherence, Opioid Use, and Relapse.

Author: BrennaIda Halvorsen, FadnesLars Thore, GaulenZhanna, KunoeNikolaj, OpheimArild, SolliKristin K, TanumLars, Šaltytė BenthJūratė

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BACKGROUND: Extended-release naltrexone (XR-NTX) is effective for illicit opioid abstinence as an opioid maintenance treatment. To improve treatment outcomes, patient's preference for the modality of treatment is an important factor. OBJECTIVES: We aimed to test the relationship between baseline pr...See full text at original site
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引用元:
https://doi.org/10.1159/000518436

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Understanding Patient Preference for Extended-Release Naltrexone

Extended-release naltrexone (XR-NTX) is a medication used to help people with [opioid use disorder] stay abstinent. But patients differ in their preferences for different treatment modalities. This study explores the relationship between patient preference for XR-NTX and their adherence to treatment, opioid use, and relapse risk.

Matching Treatment to Patient Preference

The study reveals that patient preference for XR-NTX, although not directly influencing short-term treatment outcomes, significantly impacts long-term adherence, opioid use, and relapse risk. This finding emphasizes the importance of matching patients to their preferred treatment modalities to optimize treatment success.

Optimizing Treatment Strategies for Opioid Use Disorder

The study highlights the need for individualized treatment approaches for opioid use disorder, taking into account patient preferences. This approach can contribute to improved treatment adherence, reduced opioid use, and a lower risk of relapse.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This study, like a careful navigator guiding a caravan through the desert, reveals the importance of matching patients to their preferred treatment modalities. It highlights the significance of individual preferences in achieving successful outcomes for individuals struggling with opioid use disorder.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2022-01-10
  2. Date Revised 2022-01-10
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

34569487

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1159/000518436

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