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Prescription opioids for subacute pain: Pain lasting 6 to 12 weeks - 04/2019

Prescription opioids for subacute pain: Pain lasting 6 to 12 weeks
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Abstract

This handout, authored by the Washington State Department of Health, describes the risks involved in taking opioid pain medicines for subacute pain (pain that lasts 6 to 12 weeks). It includes tips on safe storage and correct disposal of left-over pills. It also explains naloxone, a prescription medicine that is used to counteract an opioid overdose.

Author
Washington State Department of Health
Publisher
Washington State Department of Health
Date Published (original date)
2019
Revision Date
04/2019
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General Subject
Patient Care Procedures & Instructions
Specific Subject/Keyword
Medicine Information
Medicine Teaching
Pain
Languages
English
Record ID
4750