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World J Clin Cases. Mar 16, 2017; 5(3): 73-81
Published online Mar 16, 2017. doi: 10.12998/wjcc.v5.i3.73
Table 2 Before prescribing opioid treatment in older adults
Consider age-related physiological changes (creatinine clearance, hepatic function, serum albumen)
Assess polypharmacy (over-the-counter analgesics, benzodiazepines, antidepressants, antipsychotic drugs)
Consider multimorbidity
Use tools to assess risk of addiction
Share realistic treatment goals and make therapeutic plan
Consider exercise and psychological interventions


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