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Safer Alternatives in Pain Management

Presented from India by Dr. Khaja Javed Khan

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Case Description

Safer alternatives in pain management focus on reducing the reliance on opioids and minimizing the risk of addiction or side effects. Non-opioid medications such as acetaminophen, NSAIDs, and anticonvulsants are increasingly used for managing both acute and chronic pain. Additionally, physical...

Case Summary

Opioid use for pain management carries significant risks, including high addiction potential, common side effects like drowsiness and constipation, and long-term complications such as tolerance, dependence, and overdose risk. Safer alternatives are needed, including both pharmacological and non-pharmacological therapies.

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Dr. Khaja Javed Khan

Director, Interventional Pain Medicine, ALGOS Multispeciality Pain Clinic, Bengaluru

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