What Information Does this Course Provide?
This program will provide an array of background and clinical information concerning the pharmacological use of buprenorphine for the treatment of opioid addiction, including:
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Legislative changes affecting office-based opioid-addiction treatment
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Basic pharmacology
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Pharmacology of buprenorphine
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Effectiveness and safety of buprenorphine
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Patient assessment and selection
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Clinical management
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Special treatment populations
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Buprenorphine/naloxone dosing
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Urine testing
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Patient confidentiality.
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