“A new study led by a McGill University scientist suggests opioid painkillers are not always beneficial — and sometimes harmful — as patients recover from minor surgery.
The research, published in The Lancet, examined the results of 47 randomized clinical trials in patients discharged after undergoing a minor or moderate procedure, ranging from molar extraction to foot surgery.
Dr. Julio Fiore, an assistant professor at McGill who researches post-operative recovery, said his team found that prescribed opioids had no more of an impact on the pain experienced after minor surgery than over-the-counter painkillers.
At the same time, the study found a significant increase in side effects, including nausea, vomiting and constipation.”
Read more on “Are doctors still prescribing too many opioids?” via CBC News.
“In 2007 Purdue Pharma pleaded guilty to federal felony charges that the company misled regulators, doctors and patients about OxyContin’s risk of addiction and abuse. Sackler family members were not charged.” via the Guardian.
Read more on Canadians can now claim under $20 million OxyContin class actions settlement via OxyContin® and OxyNEO® Class Action Settlement. “To obtain compensation under the Settlement, you must first determine if you are eligible, then file a Claim Form and submit the required supporting evidence to the Claims Administrator on or before the Claims Deadline of February 27, 2024.”
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