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Narcotics (Opioids)

Methadone

January 22, 2025
Methadone is a synthetic (man-made) narcotic, prescribed as Methadose® and Dolphine®. Methadone is available as a tablet, oral solution, or injectable liquid. As of January 1, 2008, manufacturers of methadone hydrochloride tablets 40 mg (dispersible) have voluntarily agreed to restrict distribution of this formulation to only those facilities authorized for...
January 22, 2025
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Connecticut Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services

The Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services, is the lead agency that addresses substance use prevention, treatment and recovery in the state of Connecticut
 

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Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services

The Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services is the lead agency that addresses substance use prevention, treatment and recovery in the state of Ohio
 

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DEA Releases 2016 National Heroin Threat Assessment Summary

… Just Think Twice Domestic Problems resulting from abuse of opioid drugs continue to grow WASHINGTON - The United States … between (161,000) and (435,000).  Deaths due to synthetic opioids, such as fentanyl and its analogues, increased 79 … 2015. Many users of Controlled Prescription (CPDs) become addicted to opioid medications originally prescribed for a …
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Former Long Island Doctor Pleads Guilty to conspiring to illegally distribute oxycodone

… and 2019, Ammar illegally prescribed thousands of highly addictive oxycodone pills to two individuals identified in … Instead of healing, he chose a dangerous path of causing addiction, overdose, and overwhelming suffering to many. I … partners at the DEA are working tirelessly to combat the opioid epidemic on Long Island and elsewhere, including by …
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Staten Island doctor pleads guilty to illegally distributing oxycodone

… should have been the first line of defense in the ongoing opioid epidemic.  Instead, as he admitted in federal court … Anderson conspired with others to dispense dangerous and addictive opiates that were being sold on the street.  He … traveled from long distances, displayed visible signs of addiction to narcotics, or were plainly not taking, and …
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Manchester Man Sentenced To Eight Years In Prison For Participating In Oxycodone Distribution Conspiracy

… abuse of opiates, is the gateway to heroin and fentanyl addiction, and is devastating our communities.  This … medical use, the illicit distribution of these potentially addictive drugs has been a significant factor in the development of the opioid crisis that is affecting New Hampshire.  The U.S. …
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Leader Of Major Heroin Trafficking Ring Operating Out Of Albuquerque’s Northeast Heights Sentenced To 20 Years In Federal Prison

… face the same fate as Bustamante-Conchas.” “New Mexico’s opioid addiction and overdose death rates have been at or near the …
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Southeast Missouri Health Organization Pays $1.6 Million Settlement for Invalid Prescriptions

… scope of his employment, issued invalid prescriptions for opioids such as morphine, hydromorphone, and oxycodone. … and benzodiazepines. Such drugs are known to enhance the addictive, euphoric effects of opioids and, as a result, are …
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DEA and U.S. Attorney in the Western District of Louisiana announce settlement with drug distributor

… as required by federal regulations contributes to the opioid epidemic, which has caused devastating harm to … crisis at every level and reduce the availability of highly addictive, dangerous drugs.”   “The fight against opioid … and public health initiatives,” said U.S. Attorney Joseph. “Opioids are now the leading cause of accidental death in the …
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DEA and partners hold National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

… Day Initiative continues to remove ever-higher amounts of opioids and other medicines from the nation’s homes, where … (DEA cannot accept liquids, needles or sharps.)   "Addiction causes a tremendous amount of pain and suffering, not just for those addicted to drugs, but also for their families and friends," …
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Houston area man who posed as physician found guilty of conspiring to unlawfully prescribe hundreds of thousands of doses of opioids

… to unlawfully prescribe hundreds of thousands of doses of opioids September 04, 2019 Houston Contact Info Contact Us … illegally prescribed hundreds of thousands of doses of opioids and other controlled substances. Special Agent in …
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Santa Clarita Man Charged with Distributing Opioid More Powerful than Fentanyl and Causing Victim’s Overdose Death

… Santa Clarita Man Charged with Distributing Opioid More Powerful than Fentanyl and Causing Victim’s … alleging he distributed protonitazene – a novel synthetic opioid that is up to three times more powerful than fentanyl …
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Two Kentucky Residents Guilty In Conspiracy Involving Distribution Of Deadly Opioid - Fentanyl

… Guilty In Conspiracy Involving Distribution Of Deadly Opioid - Fentanyl December 05, 2016 Detroit Contact Info …
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DEA Recognizes National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day with Extended Museum Hours

… fentanyl seizures at  DEA.gov .     Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that is approximately 50 times more potent than … than morphine. It is inexpensive, widely available, highly addictive, and comes in a variety of colors, shapes and … mixing fentanyl with other illicit drugs to drive addiction and create repeat business. Many victims of …
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DEA Recognizes First Ever National Fentanyl Awareness Day

… the dangers of this deadly drug.” Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that is approximately 50 times more potent than … morphine.  It is inexpensive, widely available, and highly addictive. Drug traffickers are increasingly mixing fentanyl … with other illicit drugs—in powder and pill form—to drive addiction and create repeat customers. Many people who are …
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DEA Aims For Record Removal Of Unused Pills Through Its National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Initiative

… Take Back Day is an effective tool for addressing the opioid crisis in America.” DEA Special Agent in Charge James … New Yorkers are vigilant in our community efforts to fight opioid addiction.  I urge all New Yorkers to take advantage of this …
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DEA-Led Investigation Of Mexican DTO Results In Charges Against 28

… to combat the poisoning of our communities with highly addictive and dangerous drugs,” said Waldemar Rodriguez, … as part of the OCDETF Program and the New Mexico Heroin and Opioid Prevention and (HOPE) Initiative.  The OCDETF Program …
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The Overdose Crisis Continues

August 24, 2021
… Virginia While much of our attention is centered around the opioid crisis, meth has been making a comeback across … related issues. Second is the fact that methamphetamine addiction is very difficult to treat. Meth treatment options … destructive to the body and mind, and but it’s incredibly addictive, dangerous to innocent children and others in …
August 24, 2021
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Owasso doctor guilty of pill-sharing conspiracies

… Court to leading multiple conspiracies to write fraudulent opioid prescriptions in an effort to support his drug habit. … and prosecute anyone who illegally diverts or traffics opioids in our communities. The success of this case is the … due to these overdoses. To find help and resources to fight opioid addiction, visit https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/ . …
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DEA Rolls Out Operation Engage

… 360 Strategy, which aimed its resources specifically at opioids, and allows field divisions to customize plans and … communities continue to be plagued by the opioid crisis and addiction.” said DEA’s Miami Field Division Special Agent in …
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Prolific Snohomish County fentanyl dealer sentenced to 15 years in prison

… Oregon 1-888-219-4261 Defendant recruited and managed addicts as his distribution network, making big money off of their fentanyl addiction SEATTLE - The head of a drug distribution ring who … Irons caused the death. “This defendant exploited others’ addictions so he could live a life of luxury,” said U.S. …
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Doctor Allegedly Prescribed Opioids For Dead And Incarcerated People In “pill Mill” Operation; Doctor And Seven Others Arrested And Charged

… Doctor Allegedly Prescribed Opioids For Dead And Incarcerated People In “pill Mill” … potentially deadly drugs.” Anyone with information about opioid abuse/diversion or other drug diversion should report …
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Statement of the USDOJ Amanda Liskamm Director Opioid Enforcement and Prevention Efforts Office of the Deputy Attorney General Tim Mcdermott Assistant Administrator Diversion Control Division DEA before the Committee on the Judiciary United States Senate

December 17, 2019
… Statement of the USDOJ Amanda Liskamm Director Opioid Enforcement and Prevention Efforts Office of the … Testimony December 17, 2019 Hearing Entitled “Tackling the Opioid Crisis: A Whole-of-Government Approach” December 17, 2019 CLEARED SJC Opioid Joint Statement.pdf On …
December 17, 2019
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Queens Pharmacist Pleads Guilty to Illegally Distributing Oxycodone and Filing False Tax Returns

… of oxycodone, spreading misery in the community and fueling addiction, all to enrich himself. This Office will continue … Tarentino. “Through this illicit scheme, Russo enabled opioid addiction and misuse throughout Queens and Long … to commit criminal acts. He chose to distribute highly addictive drugs to the community he served, then failed to …
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Federal and State Law Enforcement Warn of Increased Threats Related to Fentanyl

… percent throughout the state in 2021. Fentanyl is a highly addictive synthetic opioid that is 50 times more potent than heroin and 100 … and drug traffickers haven't lessened their grip on those addicted or experimenting with narcotics. And, we haven't …
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National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Results in DEA and Partners Collecting Hundreds of Thousands of Pounds of Unneeded Medications in an Effort to Prevent Addiction and Reduce Overdose Deaths

… of Pounds of Unneeded Medications in an Effort to Prevent Addiction and Reduce Overdose Deaths May 23, 2022 Louisville …
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DEA launches WithYouSTL.com website

… needs due to challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic and opioid crisis ST. LOUIS – Unintended consequences of social … on individuals with substance use disorders reported by the Addiction Policy Forum June 9, 2020. [Source: … dedicated to spreading awareness of the danger of opioids after their son’s accidental heroin overdose death …
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Department of Justice Files Nationwide Lawsuit Against Amerisource Bergen Corp. and Subsidiaries for Controlled Substances Act Violations

… Companies’ Years of Repeated Violations Contributed to Opioid Epidemic NEWARK, N.J. – In a civil complaint filed … Attorney General Vanita Gupta said. “Companies distributing opioids are required to report suspicious orders to federal …
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The Drug Enforcement Administration and Discovery Education name grand prize winner of Operation Prevention Video Challenge

… for his public service announcement on dangers of youth opioid misuse (Washington)  – The United States Drug … “Waiting to Die” elicits the visceral experience of opioid misuse while taking viewers inside the mind of one … Prevention that educates students about the science behind addiction and its impact on the brain and body. Available at …