The problem of opioid addiction is growing in Ontario, primarily associated with the use of pharmaceutical products rather than heroin. For many Ontarians struggling with opioid dependence, methadone maintenance is an effective treatment that could save their lives. However, methadone has a unique pharmacological profile that requires specialized knowledge and procedures to ensure its safe use. Pharmacists are at the front line of ensuring clients' safe and effective use of methadone. This guide complements CAMH's comprehensive best-practice manual for pharmacists, Methadone Maintenance: A...

Drugs & Drug Abuse has become the standard reference text for anyone needing concise and clear scientific information on psychoactive drugs. This essential text is organized into four main sections: understanding drugs, drug effects and drug use major drug classes: depressants, stimulants, hallucinogens and psychiatric medications key drugs: detailed descriptions of 35 well known drugs, including synopsis, source, combinations, medical uses, dosage, short- and long-term effects and abuse potential other drugs in brief: descriptions of 40 less well-known drugs. It also includes comprehensive...