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Prescribing databases can be used to monitor trends in opioid analgesic prescribing in Australia [PDF]
Objective: There has been increased use of prescription opioid analgesics in Australia in the past 20 years with increasing evidence of related problems. A number of data sources collect information about the dispensed prescribing for opioid medications,
Samantha A. Hollingworth+6 more
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IntroductionHarms caused by prescription opioid analgesics (POAs) have been identified as a major international public health concern. Recent statistics show rising numbers of opioid-related deaths across Canada.
Joshua Goodwin, Susan Kirkland
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Introduction: Comprehensive data on the risk of hospital-acquired (HA) acute kidney injury (AKI) among adult users of opioid analgesics are lacking.
Mingjing Pi+27 more
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Adverse selection? A multi-dimensional profile of people dispensed opioid analgesics for persistent non-cancer pain. [PDF]
OBJECTIVES: This study investigates utilisation patterns for prescription opioid analgesics in the Australian community and how these are associated with a framework of individual-level factors related to healthcare use.
Kris D Rogers+3 more
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The use of opioid analgesics in treating severe pain is frequently associated with putative adverse effects in humans. Topical agents that are shown to have high efficacy with a favorable safety profile in clinical settings are great alternatives for ...
Maksim Khotimchenko+4 more
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Background Dispensations of opioid analgesics to patients on opioid agonist therapy (OAT) may increase the risk of overdoses. The current study’s objectives are to investigate the dispensation rates and mean daily doses of dispensed opioid analgesics ...
Jørn Henrik Vold+4 more
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. Introduction:. The opioid epidemic persists in the United States. The use of opioid medications is often assessed by claims data but potentially underestimated. Objectives:.
Yun Wang+5 more
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Chronic pain is an international health issue of immense importance that is influenced by both physical and psychological factors. Opioids are useful in treating chronic pain but have accompanying complications. It is important for clinicians to understand the basics of opioid pharmacology, the benefits and adverse effects of opioids, and related ...
Robert N. Jamison, Jianren Mao
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Management of Opioid Analgesic Overdose [PDF]
The rate of opioid analgesic overdose is proportional to the number of opioid prescriptions and the dose prescribed. This review considers the epidemiology, mechanisms, and management of opioid analgesic overdose.
Douglas C. Throckmorton+2 more
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