Canadian family physician Médecin de famille canadien
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To review the current evidence on buprenorphine-naloxone for the treatment of opioid-related disorders, with a focus on primary care settings. ⋯ Buprenorphine is a safe and effective agent for detoxification from opioids. It can be used as a first-line agent in maintenance programs, owing to its lower abuse potential relative to other opioids. Its effectiveness in primary care settings makes it a useful therapeutic tool for family physicians.