Lit review
by
Strang, John et al
Release Date
2015
Geography
International
Language of Resource
English
Full Text Available
Yes
Open Access / OK to Reproduce
Yes
Peer Reviewed
Yes
Objective
To synthesise published findings for treatment with supervised injectable heroin for refractory heroin-dependence through systematic review and meta-analysis, and to examine the political and scientific response to these findings.
Findings/Key points
SIH is found to be an effective way of treating heroin dependence refractory to standard treatment. SIH may be less safe than MMT and therefore requires more clinical attention to manage greater safety issues. This intensive intervention is for a patient population previously considered unresponsive to treatment.
Design/methods
6 RCTs included in the analysis
Keywords
Evidence base
Policy/Regulatory
Safer supply
About prescribers
Outcomes
Illegal drugs
