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Learn about long-acting buprenorphine formulations and their clinical applications in substance use disorder treatment through this 41-minute medical lecture presented by Dr. Jeremy Hustead as part of the WVCTSI Project ECHO SUD series. Explore the pharmacology, administration protocols, patient selection criteria, and therapeutic advantages of extended-release buprenorphine options for opioid use disorder management. Gain insights into dosing strategies, monitoring requirements, and how long-acting formulations can improve treatment adherence and outcomes compared to daily sublingual preparations. Understand the practical considerations for implementing long-acting buprenorphine in clinical practice, including patient counseling, side effect management, and integration with comprehensive addiction treatment programs.
