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Portland Fire & Rescue Brings Addiction Medicine To The Streets

In a significant move aimed at combating the surge in opioid overdoses, Portland Fire & Rescue unveiled a pioneering pilot program last week. This initiative involves the distribution of medications, including buprenorphine. The program is designed to address opioid use disorder effectively by curbing cravings. Buprenorphine is less heavily regulated and, therefore, more accessible than

FDA Approves Brixadi for Medication-Assisted Treatment

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved BRIXADI, also known as buprenorphine, for people with moderate to severe opioid use disorder. The drug is an extended-release injection for subcutaneous use (CIII), meant to be taken weekly or monthly at a healthcare provider’s office. Brixadi is a form of Medication-Assisted Treatment meant to help