Substance Use Tools & Resources    

Gives a sample naloxone prescription program reporting form to be entered into the patient record or chart or given to the primary care provider.

Gives a sample informed consent form that can be used by pharmacists dispensing naloxone rescue kits.

Provides pharmacists with information about prescription opioid use in the United States, the role of pharmacists as part of the pain management team and in preventing opioid use disorder, and communication with patients.

Describes Virginia's Prescription Monitoring Program, including benefits, user testimonials, an informational brochure, and program milestones. Features statistical data about use of the program and prescription drugs, changes in regulations for registered system users, and feature articles for patients.

Provides information about when to taper patients off of opioids and how to taper patients off of opioids, as well as other considerations for providers.

Explains whether opioid pain medications are safe for women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. Provides information about whether these patients should stop taking pain medication if they find out they are pregnant and whether breastfeeding women should continue medication.

Provides information about treatment with methadone and buprenorphine for pregnant women.

Provides information to prescribers and pharmacists about prescribing and dispensing naloxone (Narcan) rescue kits.

Provides a comprehensive array of services, support, resources, and strategies to PDMPs, Federal partners, and other stakeholders to further the efforts and effectiveness of PDMPs in combating the misuse, abuse, and diversion of prescription drugs.

Presents an overview of PDMPs for prescribers.