A review of abuse-deterrent opioids for chronic nonmalignant pain.
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چکیده
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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عنوان ژورنال:
- P & T : a peer-reviewed journal for formulary management
دوره 37 7 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2012