Publications by authors named "Emily Skogrand"

Objectives: Methadone for opioid use disorder treatment in ambulatory settings is restricted to federally licensed opioid treatment programs (OTPs) in the United States. However, these restrictions do not apply during hospitalization. A recent change to the rule governing methadone in non-OTP settings created an opportunity to dispense methadone at hospital discharge for up to 72 hours.

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  • Low-dose buprenorphine initiation allows patients with opioid use disorder (OUD) to transition from full-agonist opioids while managing acute pain during hospitalization.
  • A study evaluated the rapid low-dose initiation protocol in hospitalized patients, finding that 79% completed the protocol within an average of 72 hours without any cases of precipitated withdrawal.
  • This approach demonstrates that rapid initiation of buprenorphine is a viable and well-received option for patients needing treatment during short or unpredictable hospital stays.
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