The 3 meds that patients use for medication-assisted treatment (MAT) of opioid addiction
There are three medications patients take that will tip us off to the fact that they are in medication-assisted treatment (MAT) of opioid addiction.
We absolutely must be aware of what our patients are taking and what’s on their medical histories. Further, we must look up our patients on the prescription drug monitoring program to find out what they’re taking, particularly because they may not disclose that information to us.
Join us in this episode of Medical History Mysteries to learn more about these three meds used for MAT of opioid addiction.
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About the Author
Pamela Maragliano, DMD
Pamela Maragliano, DMD, is the chief editor of Dental Economics. Based in Salem, Massachusetts, Dr. Maragliano began her clinical career as a dental hygienist. She went on to attend Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, where she earned her doctorate in dental medicine. She then attended the University of California, Los Angeles, School of Dental Medicine, where she became board-certified in prosthodontics. Dr. Maragliano owns a private practice, Salem Dental Arts, and lectures on a variety of clinical topics. You may contact her at [email protected].
Tom Viola, RPh, CCP
With more than 30 years’ experience as a board-certified pharmacist, clinical educator, professional speaker, and published author, Tom Viola, RPh, CCP, has earned the reputation as the go-to specialist for making pharmacology practical and useful for dental teams. He is the founder of Pharmacology Declassified and is a member of the faculty of more than 10 dental professional degree programs. Viola has contributed to several professional journals and pharmacology textbooks, and currently serves as a consultant to the American Dental Association’s Council on Scientific Affairs.