Abstract
The profile of buprenorphine is described, with a focus on its unique properties and clinical niche. The pharmacological principles determining the action, side effects and best practice are explained, including those for special populations, namely children, the elderly and in pregnancy. Advice for safe use for chronic pain, as well as for opioid substitution therapy is provided. Counselling strategies to support concordance and safety are given.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 402-408 |
| Number of pages | 6 |
| Journal | Nurse Prescribing |
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| Publication status | Published - 9 Aug 2017 |
Keywords
- Buprenorphine; opioid pharmacology; opioid dependence; chronic pain management