{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The GP Podcast","title":"Codeine Misuse and Dependance in Primary Care","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2341,"description":"Participants• Dr Bernard Kenny, GP Specialising in Substance Misuse; Director of Addiction Management in Primary Care, Irish College of GPs  • Dr John Maher - Host SummaryIn this Dr John Maher is joined by Dr Bernard Kenny to discuss codeine misuse and dependence in primary care.  The conversation follows the recent launch or the newly revised Irish College of GPs Foundation Course in Addiction Management. The course is free for Irish College of GP members, and is also suitable for GP Registrars and Practice Nurses.  It attracts GMS study leave and CPD credits. Completing the foundation course is a prerequisite for those interested in pursuing a Level 1 Opioid Substitution Therapy (OST) contract with the HSE.College Links:Irish College of GPs WebsiteCollege Addiction Management Programme OverviewFoundation Course in Addiction Management (Level 1)Certificate Course in Addiction Management (Level 2)  Other Relevant Links:OST Protocol – How to Become a PrescriberHSE OST Guidelines 2017Drug misuse and dependence: UK guidelines on clinical managementHRB Bulletin: 2024 Drug Treatment DemandHPRA review of over the counter medications containing codeineHealth Research Board Drug and Alcohol Survey Patterns of Analgesic Prescribing and High-Risk Prescribing in Primary Care in Ireland 2014-2022-a Repeated Cross-Sectional Study. European Journal of Pain. 2025. Mattsson M, Hassan Ali A, Boland F, et alDisclaimerThe information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to serve as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, nor does it replace independent clinical judgment or consultation with a qualified healthcare professional.The views and opinions expressed by hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the Irish College of GPs.Listeners are encouraged to review current clinical guidelines, product labelling, and relevant policies before applying any information discussed in this podcast.This...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/y2EoxHzUIjVYJ3OYuZDyKEUt5A0vOFWgd_rZpd9a_No/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9jMDYx/ZTU3NGE1OGUzMmQ2/YWYxYzU5NTZiMmY1/Njc2YS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}