Prescription psychostimulants for the treatment of amphetamine-type stimulant use disorder: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized placebo-controlled trials

Lit review
par
Sharafi, Heidar et al

Date de publication

2023

Géographie

International

Langue de la ressource

English

Texte disponible en version intégrale

Oui

Open Access / OK to Reproduce

Oui

Évalué par des pairs

Yes

L’objectif

This systematic review with meta-analysis aimed to pool results from randomized placebo-controlled trials (RCTs) to evaluate efficacy and safety of prescription psychostimulants (PPs) for amphetamine-type stimulant (ATS) use disorder (ATSUD).

Constatations/points à retenir

Among individuals with amphetamine-type stimulant use disorder, treatment with prescription psychostimulants may decrease ATS use and craving. While effect size is limited, it may increase with a higher dosage of medications.

La conception ou méthodologie de recherche

Lit review wiht meta-analysis (10 RCTs included)

Mots clés

Stimulants
Safer supply
Evidence base