Plans for Opioid Treatment Center in Washington Stall
Opioid treatment center met with ‘not in my backyard’ opposition.
Drugs & Medical Devices
Pharmacist Who Stole Opioids Must Surrender License
Pharmacist caught taking opioids from hospital gives up his license.
Walmart’s Pharmacy Practices Called to Question in Court
Shareholders ask for the release of Walmart documents in pharmacy case.
Opioid Sales Rep Push Doctors to Prescribe ‘Off Label’
Opioid drug reps were told to push for off-label synthetic drug use.
Targeting Alternative Opioid Receptor Reduces Drug Side Effects
Scientists discover that targeting the delta opioid receptor provides safer pain relief.
A Synthetic Opioid More Powerful than Fentantyl has Emerged
Iso, a highly addictive opioid more potent than fentanyl, has officially hit the streets.
The FDA is Using Internet Registries to Stop Opioid Sales
The government is partnering with internet registries to stop illicit opioid sales.
Group of 19 Offenders Apprehended in Detroit Opioid Ring
Authorities put a stop to alleged Detroit drug ring.
Cuomo Targets Endo, Alleging Opioid Insurance Fraud
New York files insurance fraud claim against Endo Pharmaceuticals.
West Virginia Targets Rite-Aid, Walgreens in Opioid Lawsuit
Rite-Aid and Walgreens are accused of fueling the opioid crisis in new West Virginia lawsuit.