Opioid Prescribing in College Health

These guidelines serve to further an understanding of the issues surrounding opioid prescribing.

These guidelines were developed to further an understanding of the issues surrounding opioid prescribing; review major concepts designed to maximize safety and reduce potential for abuse; and identify possible avenues to assist addicted students with rehabilitation, recovery, and return to the college environment. National issues and recommendations may change over time; therefore, college health professionals are encouraged to seek additional resources and specific clinical advice as indicated.