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Opioids, chronic pain and the bigger picture

Opioid medicines in chronic non-cancer pain – balancing opioid-related harm with effective pain management and quality of life


Opioids, chronic pain and the bigger picture

This program offers guidance on how to assess when a short trial of opioids is appropriate, how to taper opioids with the support of non-pharmacological strategies, and when to seek support.


Opioids, chronic pain and the bigger picture
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Opioids out of balance

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Opioids and the bigger picture when treating chronic pain

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Opioid medicines and chronic non-cancer pain

Opioid medicines can be used to reduce some types of pain, such as acute pain and chronic pain caused by cancer. However, their role in the management of chronic non-cancer pain is limited.

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