Episode 10: Cross Titration to Buprenorphine for Chronic PainEpisode 10: Cross Titration to Buprenorphine for Chronic Pain
Compass Opioid Stewardship Clinical Cases
In this episode, Dr. Stader introduces buprenorphine as a possible agent to help manage Anne's chronic pain. Following their encounter, Don and Rachael discuss the use of buprenorphine for chronic pain and how to effectively cross titrate a patient...
16:39•11 Apr 2022
Switching to Buprenorphine: A Safer Path for Chronic Pain Management
“Buprenorphine is actually a really powerful pain medication but is much safer than the opioids that you're on or have been on in the past...I have seen a lot of patients like you experience better pain control.”
Ever wondered if there's a safer way to manage chronic pain? In this episode, Dr. Donald Stader and Dr. Rachael Duncan introduce buprenorphine as a promising option for patients like Anne, who have been on long-term opioid therapy. Through a realistic clinical scenario, they demonstrate how to cross-titrate from other opioids to buprenorphine, making the transition smoother and safer. The discussion doesn't stop there. Dr. Stader and Dr.
Duncan dive into the various formulations of buprenorphine and the regulations surrounding its prescription, providing valuable insights for primary care physicians. This episode is packed with practical advice and expert knowledge, making it a must-listen for healthcare providers aiming to improve their approach to chronic pain management.
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