Category: Opioid Developments

February 17, 2024
FDA Approves First Test to Help Identify Risks of Developing Opioid Use Disorder

The AvertD test is intended to be used prior to first exposure to oral opioids in patients considered for a 4-30 day prescription for acute pain.

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September 16, 2023
CDC Awards $279M to 49 States for Overdose Prevention

These funds will help states and communities respond more quickly, effectively, and equitably to prevent overdose death and injury.

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August 20, 2023
FDA Approves Second OTC Naloxone Nasal Spray for Opioid Overdose

RiVive will soon be available without a prescription for the treatment of known or suspected opioid overdose.

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June 18, 2023
FDA Approves New Drug for Opioid Overdose Reversal

Opvee is a nalmefene hydrochloride nasal spray – a new option available for the reversal of opioid overdose.

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May 20, 2023
FDA to Update Prescribing Information for All Opioid Pain Medications

Changes to boxed warnings, indications and usage, dosage and administration, and more.

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December 19, 2022
Fentanyl Vaccine in Development

This vaccine blocks fentanyl from entering the brain and triggering euphoric effect.

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May 15, 2022
FDA Considers Requiring Mail-Back Envelopes for Opioid Prescriptions

The public comment period is underway for this action, which could help with safer drug disposal.

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March 26, 2022
CDC to Update Opioid Guideline

Proposed changes are open to public comment until April 11th.

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January 4, 2021
The Department of Justice Sues Walmart Over Role in Opioid Crisis

Alleged violations of the Controlled Substances Act could result in billions of dollars in penalties.

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October 6, 2020
Purdue, OxyContin Manufacturer, Loses Federal Case and Will Shut Down

The drug manufacturer is pleading guilty and paying out billions.

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