Pharmacological Pain Treatment in 2012 and 2017 Among Older People with Major Neurocognitive Disorder

ConclusionsThe results indicate that on a population level, pharmacological drug treatment has changed in line with guidelines between 2012 and 2017, with an increase in paracetamol and strong opioids and a decrease in non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and tramadol. The relatively high prevalence of opioids warrants concern given the significant risk of adverse effects among older people with major neurocognitive disorder.

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Source: Drugs and Aging - October 19, 2021 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research