Managing the Complex Intersection Between Substance Use Disorders and Infectious Diseases

JACCP JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF CLINICAL PHARMACY 2026 Open access

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Authors: Karissa Chow, Amanda Binkley, Jessica A. Meisner, Samantha C. Huo, Matthew S. Hinton
DOI: 10.1002/jac5.70178
Cited by: 1
References: 44

Abstract

Key Points This case presentation reviews the appropriate identification and management of patients with complex, polysubstance use, and potential infection. Withdrawal signs and symptoms may be confused with infection, and appropriate antimicrobial stewardship should be exercised in this high‐risk patient population. Polysubstance withdrawal is complex and should be managed with multimodal therapy with selection dependent on patient‐specific factors and other pharmacotherapy. Interprofessional teams play a key role in the management of patients with complex, polysubstance use disorders and potential infection.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Antibiotic Use and Resistance HIV Drug Use Sexual Risk Alcoholism and Thiamine Deficiency

Publication details

Journal / source
JACCP JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF CLINICAL PHARMACY
Publisher
Wiley
Volume
9
Issue
3
Pages
e70178–e70178
Publication date
13 February 2026
Language
EN