Posted by ed_uk on February 7, 2007, at 14:20:17
In reply to Re: use-patent and scopolamine » ed_uk, posted by JahL on February 6, 2007, at 19:25:57
Hi J
>My man tells me that this is because H addicts are forced into the demeaning practise of swallowing their daily dose *in front* of the pharmacist (and any milling punters of course)........Is anyone exempt from this Govt. dictat?
It's up to the prescribing doctor whether or not the methadone consumption is 'supervised'. They write it on the prescription. It's not to do with the government! Many pharmacies have a private area which is used for supervised consumption of methadone, avoiding the need to drink it in full view of shoppers.
>Can you tell me how prevalent this practise is now?
It's very common, it has been for a long time. I don't think it's getting more common. I suppose it depends what area you're in though, and the policies of the local doctors and drug treatment clinic.
Regards
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