Original research
par
Steinmetz, Fabian P. & Heino Stöver
Date de publication
2021
Géographie
Europe
Langue de la ressource
English
Texte disponible en version intégrale
Oui
Open Access / OK to Reproduce
Oui
Évalué par des pairs
Yes
L’objectif
This manuscript describes basic functionality and general specifications of a cocaine-e-cigarette as a medical device treating people with respective cocaine use disorder when cessation and substitution are not considered an option.
Constatations/points à retenir
While there are concepts published dealing with stimulant drugs on a regulatory perspective (Haden, 2008; Transform, 2020), technological aspects dealing with concentration, formulation, devices etc. were only partially addressed and leave much room for theoretical and practical research. Particularly with regard to cocaine, such technical aspects make a big difference in pharmacological effects and potential health implications. This theoretical concept shows that innovation and engineering are required in the world of drug policy reform and harm reduction as much as in many other areas, such as sustainable agriculture and energy transition.
Mots clés
Harm reduction
Safer supply
Illegal drugs
Stimulants
Stigma