Table 1 The five key messages highlighted in the brochure given to the GPs
From: Can academic detailing reduce opioid prescriptions in chronic non-cancer pain?
1) The benefit of opioid use in chronic non-cancer pain is not scientifically verified |
2) Non-pharmacological interventions are central in patients with chronic non-cancer pain |
3) Try non-opioids as first pharmacological intervention in chronic non-cancer pain |
4) If starting opioids: Avoid co-medication with other central nervous depressant medications |
5) Treatment with opioids should always comply with a set plan and be evaluated at frequent intervals |