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Maryland pharmacies aren’t stocking enough of a drug that treats opioid addiction

December 6, 2023

Maryland pharmacies aren’t stocking enough of the addiction treatment drug buprenorphine, threatening efforts to stem the growing number of overdose deaths from opioids like fentanyl. The drug, also known by the brand name Suboxone, has been proven to reduce cravings and withdrawal symptoms that can send people to buy untrustworthy street drugs.

Article Source: The Baltimore Banner

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