Practice notes

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One sachet per syringe

Many injectors re-use syringes - the Centre for Research into Drugs and Health Behaviour estimates that on average across the UK, needle and syringe exchanges are distributing less than one needle and syringe per injector per day. Given that many people inject a number of times a day, it is likely that a large amount of syringes are being re-used.

Part of the aim of introducing citric sachets is to increase both the numbers of people attending and the number of visits to needle exchanges. Most agencies currently distributing citric sachets are sticking to a 'one sachet per syringe' rule, and we support this. Where unrealistic limits on the amounts of injecting equipment given out are in place, they should be reviewed.