THE US Food and Drug
Administration is considering
approving an implant designed to
reduce addict’s cravings for heroin
or painkillers.
The implant which is used for six months
provides a steady dosage of
buprenorphine and naloxone, drugs
shown to ease withdrawals and
decrease cravings.
The drug combination
was developed by Braeburn
Pharmaceuticals.
In a six-month clinical trial of the
implant last Jun, 88% of the 178
participants ceased their addiction.
The FDA is expected to announce
its decision on 27 Feb.The above article was sent to subscribers in Pharmacy Daily's issue from 13 Jan 16 To see the full newsletter, see the embedded issue below or CLICK HERE to download Pharmacy Daily from 13 Jan 16
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