Burden, Risk Factors, and Knowledge of Non-fatal Opioid Overdose Among Injectable Drug Users: A Cross-sectional Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Opioid overdose is a significant public health problem among injectable drug users (IDUs), with non-fatal overdoses being a strong predictor of fatal overdoses. This study aimed to evaluate the burden, risk factors, and awareness related to non-fatal overdose among IDUs in Kolkata, India.

Methods

This cross-sectional study was conducted from September 2023 to March 2025 at two opioid substitution therapy centers and two government hospitals in Kolkata. A total of 331 IDUs diagnosed with opioid use disorders participated. Data were collected through face-to-face interviews using a structured questionnaire assessing socio-demographics, substance use, overdose risk factors, and knowledge of overdose management. Descriptive statistics and regression analysis were empl

SUBMITTER: Das S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12313612 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature