The Impact of Triplicate Prescription Programs

Research shows that triplicate prescription programs, which require doctors to use special state-issued prescription pads with additional carbon copies, have had a significant impact in curbing opioid misuse. By analyzing the outcomes of triplicate states versus non-triplicate states, it was found that non-triplicate states had almost twice as much oxycodone use per capita, resulting in higher rates of oxycodone overdoses and subsequent heroin and fentanyl addictions. The implementation of triplicate programs has not only reduced overdose rates but also led to better economic growth, improved health outcomes for babies, and lower violent crime rates.