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Caldwell2019 - The Vicodin abuse problem


ABSTRACT:

This is a mathematical model of Vicodin use and abuse used to investigate methods of combating Vicodin abuse in a population of patients who have obtained the drug through prescription. Mathematical descriptions of transitions through acute, chronic, abusive, and in-treatment populations are included.

SUBMITTER: Lucian Smith 

PROVIDER: MODEL1910290002 | biostudies-other |

SECONDARY ACCESSION(S): 31513802

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-other

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The Vicodin abuse problem: A mathematical approach.

Caldwell Wendy K WK   Freedman Benjamin B   Settles Luke L   Thomas Michael M MM   Camacho Erika T ET   Wirkus Stephen S  

Journal of theoretical biology 20190909


The prescription drug epidemic in the United States has gained attention in recent years. Vicodin, along with its generic version, is the country's mostly widely prescribed pain reliever, and it contains a narcotic component that can lead to physical and chemical dependency. The majority of Vicodin abusers were first introduced via prescription, unlike other drugs which are often experienced for the first time due to experimentation. Most abusers report obtaining their supply from a prescription  ...[more]

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