Which medication is used for opioid use disorder maintenance therapy in Canada?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. Buprenorphine-naloxone or methadone
- Step 1: Opioid agonist therapy reduces mortality and relapse.
Answer
Buprenorphine-naloxone or methadone.
Why not the others: Benzodiazepines do not treat opioid dependence.
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