Trends and uptake of new formulations of controlled ‐release oxycodone in Canada

ConclusionsThe changing availability of tamper‐deterrent and non‐tamper‐deterrent formulations of controlled‐release oxycodone in Canada has had variable influence on the rate of use of these products across Canada. Future research should explore whether the availability of generic controlled‐release oxycodone has led to measurable changes in the safety of oxycodone use in Canada.

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Source: Pharmacoepidemiology and Drug Safety - January 1, 2018 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Tara Gomes, Sonia Jain, J. Michael Paterson, Ingrid Sketris, Patricia Caetano, David Henry, Tags: ORIGINAL REPORT Source Type: research