Original research
by
Bardwell, Geoff et al
Release Date
2021
Geography
Canada
Language of Resource
English
Full Text Available
No
Open Access / OK to Reproduce
No
Peer Reviewed
Yes
Objective
PO diversion is widely regarded as a driver of OD mortality. However, less is known about rationale for using diverted POs during an OD epidemic and how contextual factors (eg poverty, drug policies) may affect this practice. We sought to examine this phenomenon.
Findings/Key points
diverted POs are being used by PWUD with the goal of reducing opioid-related harms, although PO use comes with challenges associated with limited accessibility and risks posed by counterfeit pills. Poverty also limited PO accessibility, leading some to purchase more toxic, yet affordable, street drugs.
Design/methods
n=24 qualitative interviews with people who accessed diverted prescription opioids
Keywords
Harm reduction
Safer supply
About PWUD
Barriers and enablers
Poverty
Diversion
