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In Table 1 (p. 281) naltrexone is listed as an opioid agonist. This is incorrect: naltrexone is an opioid antagonist. The corrected table appears opposite.
Table 1 Drugs used in opioid dependence
| Medication | Action | Typical daily dose |
|---|---|---|
| Methadone | Opioid agonist | 20–100 mg orally |
| Buprenorphine | Partial agonist | 8–24 mg sublingually |
| Naltrexone | Opioid antagonist | 50 mg orally |
| Lofexidine | α2-adrenergic agonist | 0.8–2.4 mg orally |
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