Prescription Opioid Tapering Practices and Outcomes at a Rural VA Health Care System

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Presents a study on the clinical characteristics of rural veterans using opioids for chronic pain and undergoing opioid tapering. Breaks down data on outcomes from tapering for rural veterans who were taking 90 Morphine Equivalent Daily Dose (MEDD) or more. Highlights common tapering outcomes, such as increased pain, suicidal ideation, and other withdrawal symptoms.

Rena Elizabeth Courtney, Emily Halsey, Tanvi Patil, et al.

Pain Medicine, 25(7), 480-482

07/2024

Illicit drug use · Opioids · Prescription drug misuse · Statistics and data · Suicide and suicide prevention · Veterans · Wellness, health promotion, and disease prevention