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Heroin: Abuse and Addiction (en Español)
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This research report from NIDA - written in Spanish - discusses the scope of heroin use in the US, immediate and long term effects of heroin use, the medical complications of heroin use, how heroin abuse affects pregnant women, and more. It also discusses treatments for heroin addiction, including buprenorphine.
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National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
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NIDA InfoFacts: Heroin (en Español)
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This document from NIDA discusses how heroin is abused, how it affects the brain, and adverse affects it has on health. Treatment options are also discussed, with information on methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone.
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National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
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Heroin Abuse and Addiction
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This research report from NIDA discusses the scope of heroin use in the US, immediate and long term effects of heroin use, the medical complications of heroin use, how heroin abuse affects pregnant women, and more. It also discusses treatments for heroin addiction, including buprenorphine.
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National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
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Schedule of Opioids

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A table showing the schedule of opioids.
Schedule I drugs are the most tightly controlled drugs with the largest potential for abuse, and no currently approved therapeutic use; control and potential for abuse diminish through Schedule V.
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PCSS-B Guidance: Treatment of Opioid Dependent Adolescents and Young Adults Using Sublingual Buprenorphine 
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This document discusses the evidence for buprenorphine treatment of opioid dependent adolescents and young adults. It provides treatment recommendations, and highlights special issues that should be considered when treating this special population.
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Physician Clinical Support System (PCSS)
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Dosing Flowchart for Patients Physically Dependent on Short-Acting Opioids

This dosing flow chart depicts clinical dosing guidelines for patients physically dependent on short-acting opioids such as heroin.

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Dosing Flowchart of Buprenorphine Induction for Patients Dependent on Short- or Long-Acting Opioids

This dosing flow chart depicts clinical guidelines for patients who are physically dependent on short- or long- acting opioids.

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Dosing Flowchart for Patients Physically Dependent on Short-Acting Opioids

This dosing flow chart depicts clinical dosing guidelines for patients physically dependent on short-acting opioids (e.g., heroin).

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Diagnosis and Treatment of Drug Abuse in Family Practice
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This article provides guidance on the treatment of alcohol and drug abuse, and discusses various treatment plans.
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National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
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Self-Administered Addiction Severity Index (ASI-Self Report)
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The ASI Self-Report Form asks questions about the following topics: your background and employment, your health and family relationships, your legal situation, and your drug and alcohol use.
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Center for Health Care Evaluation (CHCE)
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