A review of abuse-deterrent opioids for chronic nonmalignant pain

Chronic nonmalignant pain, which affects millions of people, is the most common reason patients seek medical care. Both current and potential opioid analgesics are discussed, along with new technologies used to prevent abuse.

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Published in:P&T (Lawrenceville, N.J.) N.J.), 2012-07, Vol.37 (7), p.412-418
Main Authors: Moorman-Li, Robin, Motycka, Carol A, Inge, Lisa D, Congdon, Jocelyn Myrand, Hobson, Susan, Pokropski, Brian
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:Chronic nonmalignant pain, which affects millions of people, is the most common reason patients seek medical care. Both current and potential opioid analgesics are discussed, along with new technologies used to prevent abuse.
ISSN:1052-1372