Changes in consumption of opioid analgesics in Israel 2009 to 2016: An update focusing on oxycodone and fentanyl formulations

ConclusionsThe increase in opioid consumption persisted throughout the years 2009 to 2016. This has been associated with substantial changes in the patterns of prescribing opioids, characterized by increases in oxycodone and fentanyl prescriptions and decreases in morphine, methadone, and pethidine prescriptions. A national program aiming to ensure safe use of opioids in the treatment of chronic pain is warranted.

Source: Pharmacoepidemiology and Drug Safety - February 28, 2018 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Alexander M. Ponizovsky, Eli Marom, Abraham Weizman, Eyal Schwartzberg Tags: ORIGINAL REPORT Source Type: research