FDA approves first implantable drug to treat opioid addiction

This post has been updated. The Food and Drug Administration on Thursday approved the first implantable drug to deliver long-lasting medication to people addicted to opioids such as OxyContin and heroin. "Opiod abuse and addiction have taken a devastating toll on American families," FDA Commissioner Robert M. Califf said in a release. "Today's approval provides the […]
Source: Washington Post: To Your Health - Category: Consumer Health News Authors: Tags: brain & mental health fda prescription drugs Source Type: news