The prevalence and correlates of buprenorphine inhalation amongst opioid substitution treatment (OST) clients in Australia

by pgh on September 5, 2011

Conclusions: Our data indicates that the inhalation of buprenorphine has occurred in a significant minority of Australian OST clients. The motivations, contexts and potential health consequences of buprenorphine use by these atypical routes of administration, particularly in a correctional setting, warrant further exploration. (Source: International Journal of Drug Policy)

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