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Examining Coprescription Trends Driving the Twin Epidemic

In a 10-year U.S. cohort study, researchers identified a strong association between stimulant coprescriptions and escalating opioid doses.

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5 Key Takeaways

  • 1

    Longitudinal study on coprescription of opioids and stimulants

  • 2

    Association between stimulant use and opioid dosage escalation

  • 3

    Regional variations in opioid prescriptions and morphine milligram equivalent (MME)

  • 4

    Gender-based differences in opioid use

  • 5

    Need for targeted interventions and policy changes

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Examining Coprescription Trends Driving the Twin Epidemic

In a 10-year U.S. cohort study, researchers identified a strong association between stimulant coprescriptions and escalating opioid doses.

  • by Kathryn Wighton

  • February 21, 2025

  • 3 min

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