A study on opioid use among elderly found that regular opioid receipt increased slowly, peaked in 2010 and decreased following a withdrawal of propoxyphene.
Many Continue to Obtain Opioid Prescriptions After Overdose
A new study says that almost all individuals who overdose on prescription opioids continue to receive prescriptions for these painkillers.
A new study says that almost all individuals who overdose on prescription opioids continue to receive prescriptions for these painkillers.
‘Among older adults with rheumatoid arthritis, the most commonly received opioids were hydrocodone and propoxyphene.
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Regular opioid use increased slowly, peaked in 2010 and decreased following a withdrawal of propoxyphene. Hydrocodone and tramadol use increased commensurately, and overall opioid use declined only slightly.
Factors associated with regular opioid use included younger age, female sex, black race, back pain, fibromyalgia, anxiety, and depression.
Opioid Dependency in US Peaks Among 14- and 15-Year-Old Children
A Michigan State University study shows that 14- and 15-year-olds are at a higher risk of becoming dependent on prescription drugs within a 12-month period.
A Michigan State University study shows that 14- and 15-year-olds are at a higher risk of becoming dependent on prescription drugs within a 12-month period.
Source-Eurekalert
Regulatory Measures On �Pill Clinics� Reduce Opioid Overdose Deaths in Florida
In 2010, Florida passed laws against pill mills, where drug enforcement programs resulted in the arrest and prosecution of doctors operating these clinics.
In 2010, Florida passed laws against pill mills, where drug enforcement programs resulted in the arrest and prosecution of doctors operating these clinics.
National Strategy To Curb Opioid Epidemic in Canada
Opioid drugs in Canada requires national plan to combat epidemic.
Opioid drugs in Canada requires national plan to combat epidemic.
