Original research
by
Urmanche, Adelya A., Nisha Beharie & Alex Harocopos
Release Date
2022
Geography
USA
Language of Resource
English
Full Text Available
No
Open Access / OK to Reproduce
No
Peer Reviewed
Yes
Objective
This paper examined the experiences of PWUD reporting a preference for non-pharmaceutical fentanyl (NPF) or an NPF-heroin mixture, specifically how they navigate the perceived benefits of NPF and its established risks.
Findings/Key points
Our results demonstrate participants’ decreased consumer agency and greater exposure to systemic factors in the illicit markets, highlighting the need for expansion of various services, including drug checking resources and systems of outreach for PWUD who do not use intravenously.
Design/methods
In-depth interviews (n=22)
Keywords
About PWUD
Illegal drugs
Harm reduction
