September 28, 2025New England Journal of Medicine
Goals for Opioid Use Disorder Medications — Protection, Remission, and Recovery
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Implication
Analysis identifies optimal clinical goals for medications in opioid use disorder, suggesting careful tapering strategies.
Key Points
- Clear guidelines on tapering opioid medications could enhance recovery outcomes for individuals with opioid use disorder, improving their long-term health.
- Confusion exists regarding medication goals, particularly on when to taper or discontinue treatments like methadone or buprenorphine, highlighting a need for clarity.
- The role of medications in opioid use disorder requires ongoing reevaluation, emphasizing the importance of personalized care and strategic interventions.
- Considering both remission and recovery in treatment goals for opioid use disorder may lead to better patient outcomes and reduced relapse rates.
Cite This Study
McLellan et al. (2025) studied this question.