March 3, 2026Open Access

Barriers and facilitators to methadone dispensing for opioid use disorder in community pharmacies: A scoping review

Key Points

Effective pharmacy-based methadone dispensing can address opioid use disorder effectively, yet barriers persist.
Key barriers include provider access and regulation, with facilitators like community support playing vital roles.
Analysis of pharmacy practices suggests incorporating known facilitators may improve methadone access in communities.
Further research is needed to identify specific needs of U.S. pharmacies for enhanced methadone dispensing.

Abstract

The findings from this review can be used to address barriers and incorporate known facilitators into future protocols or practice of pharmacy-based methadone dispensing. Further research is needed to identify U.S. and state-specific anticipated needs for pharmacy-based methadone dispensing.

Barriers and facilitators to methadone dispensing for opioid use disorder in community pharmacies: A scoping review

Key Points

Abstract

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