Nonopioid and Opioid Analgesic Pharmacotherapy of Cancer Pain
Analgesic pharmacotherapy with nonopioid and opioid analgesic agents is the mainstay of treatment for patients with cancer pain. This article reviews the clinical pharmacology of these agents and presents practical guidelines for drug selection, dosing, scheduling, and the management of adverse effects.
Cherny
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Clinical Coordinator of Cancer Pain and Palliative Medicine, Department of Medical Oncology, Shaare Zedek Medical Center, Jerusalem, Israel
Foley
KM