April 28, 2026 · Journal of addictive diseases · DOI: 10.1080/10550887.2026.2654173

Outpatient buprenorphine micro-induction for an older adult with chronic pain and opioid use disorder: a case report

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This case report explores the feasibility and effectiveness of outpatient buprenorphine micro-induction for an older adult with chronic pain and severe opioid use disorder. The authors demonstrate that this approach allows for a safe transition from full opioid agonists to buprenorphine without requiring abstinence, resulting in improved pain management and overall functioning for the patient. The findings highlight the potential benefits of micro-induction in older adults with complex medical histories and ongoing opioid therapy.

Seth Moomaw, Dorothy van Oppen, Jeremy Hustead

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