Understanding LAIB – eBook

Understanding LAIB – eBook

“Long Acting Injectable Buprenorphine (LAIB) for Health Professionals” is an essential guide for clinicians, pharmacists, and healthcare providers involved in the treatment of opioid use disorder. Authored by Dr. Ferghal Armstrong, a highly respected specialist in addiction medicine, this comprehensive ebook offers in-depth insights into the effective implementation of LAIB in clinical practice.

This guide covers:

Introduction to LAIB:
Understanding the fundamentals and benefits of Long Acting Injectable Buprenorphine.

Practical Considerations:
Detailed guidance on patient selection, initial assessment, and managing side effects.

Special Circumstances:
Strategies for managing patients with chronic diseases, pregnant women, and those transitioning from other opioid therapies.

Buvidal and Sublocade:
Comprehensive overviews of these LAIB formulations, including dosing regimens, pharmacokinetics, and patient experiences.

Patient Journey:
Practical tips for managing dosing challenges, handling missed doses, and transitioning between different LAIB formulations.

Expert Tips:
Valuable advice on urine drug screens, managing injection pain, and ensuring patient stability post-LAIB transition.