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ECB-ART-39074
Aust Fam Physician 2004 May 01;335:327-31.
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Cough mixtures: not always for cough.

Sim MG , Hulse GK , Khong E .


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BACKGROUND: Opioid based cough mixtures are readily available to the public and are generally used safely. However, like alcohol, their use can sometimes be a significant part of a dependence problem. OBJECTIVE: This case study provides practical information for general practitioners in the detection, assessment and management of patients with cough mixture opioid dependence. DISCUSSION: Opioid dependence is generally considered synonymous with heroin dependence or dependence on prescribed opioid analgesics. However, cough mixtures are a readily available source of opioids. People who become dependent on these mixtures commonly do not present for medical assistance until the problem is severe.

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