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Case study 44: Selecting analgesics
Description: Elderly patient requests 'something stronger' for worsening osteoarthritis of the knees. Has been taking paracetamol and meloxicam but knee pain has increased in last few months.
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Date published: 2006-08-01 00:00:00
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