Opioid dependence definition

Opioid dependence means a cluster of cognitive, behavioral, and physiological symptoms in which an individual continues use of opioids despite significant opioid-induced problems. Opioid dependence is characterized by repeated self-administration resulting in opioid tolerance, withdrawal symptoms, and compulsive drug-taking. Dependence may occur with or without the physiological symptoms of tolerance and withdrawal.
Opioid dependence means physiologic adaptation that is a natural, non-pathologic result of opioid use. It may result in tolerance as well as withdrawal symptoms if the medication is stopped. This is not the same as addiction.
Opioid dependence means a cluster of cognitive, behavioral, and physiological symptoms in which an individual continues use of opioids despite significant opioid-induced problems. Opioid dependence is characterized by

Examples of Opioid dependence in a sentence

  • No prescribing in primary care TA896 – June 2023 GREEN Buprenorphine (sublingual & oral lyophilisate) (Subutex® - generics available / Espranor®) NCC Opioid dependence (for use by prescribers with competence in treating opioid dependence) Formulary - Drugs that can be initiated by Prescriber in Primary Care NICE has not issued any guidance.

  • Opioid dependence: Mechanisms and treatment: Springer Science & Business Media.