Search results for "Opioids"
Warning on an antipsychotic; generic rosuvastatin approval
This update covers new warnings on the entire class of opioids and approval of the first leadless pacemaker approved to treat heart rhythm disorders.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2016/06/fda.htm
1 Jun 2016
Gabapentinoid use associated with suicidal behavior, other adverse outcomes
The association of gabapentinoid with outcomes including overdoses, injuries, and accidents was strongest in younger patients, whereas those ages 55 years and older had reduced or no association.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2019/06/18/2.htm
18 Jun 2019
Selecting a sickle cell therapy
An expert reviewed the available drugs for patients with sickle cell disease and offered advice on how to use them.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2021/06/selecting-a-sickle-cell-therapy.htm
1 Jun 2021
10% of those who use opioids account for the vast majority of use
A recent study examined a commercial database of pharmacy claims for more than 20 million privately insured adults without cancer who were continuously enrolled for at least one calendar year between 2001 and 2013 and filled at least one prescription for an opioid.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2017/09/12/4.htm
12 Sep 2017
ASCO releases guidelines on treating adult cancer survivors with chronic pain
Among other recommendations, clinicians should conduct an initial comprehensive pain assessment, which should consist of an interview exploring factors related to pain, cancer treatment history, comorbid conditions, psychosocial and psychiatric history, and prior pain treatments, and then screen for pain at each encounter.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2016/08/02/2.htm
2 Aug 2016
Osteoarthritis can ease with easy changes
An optimal regimen starting with nonpharmacologic measures can help patients achieve notable relief.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2021/05/osteoarthritis-can-ease-with-easy-changes.htm
1 May 2021
Nonpharmacologic treatment first for low-back pain, ACP guideline recommends
Given that most patients with low back pain improve over time regardless of treatment, clinicians and patients should select nonpharmacologic options such as superficial heat, massage, acupuncture, or spinal manipulation, the guideline states.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2017/02/14/1.htm
14 Feb 2017
Extended-release naltrexone may be as effective as buprenorphine but more difficult to initiate
Buprenorphine might be a safer initial strategy for many patients because of the better chance of a quick, successful induction, a comment author noted.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2017/11/21/2.htm
21 Nov 2017
Influence, interactions, and ethical dilemmas
Advances in technology, genetics, and evolving financial reimbursement models continue to create new ethical conundrums or add layers or twists to age-old debates.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2019/05/influence-interactions-and-ethical-dilemmas.htm
1 May 2019
Mortality in year after overdose lower with methadone or buprenorphine treatment
Compared with no medications for opioid use disorder, methadone and buprenorphine were each associated with decreased all-cause and opioid-related mortality.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2018/06/19/1.htm
19 Jun 2018