Original paper
Association of Tramadol vs Codeine Prescription Dispensation With Mortality and Other Adverse Clinical Outcomes
Abstract
Importance
Although tramadol is increasingly used to manage chronic noncancer pain, few safety studies have compared it with other opioids.Objective
To assess the associations of tramadol, compared with codeine, with mortality and other adverse clinical outcomes as used in outpatient settings.Design, Setting, and Participants
Retrospective, population-based, propensity score–matched cohort study using a primary care...Paper Details
Title
Association of Tramadol vs Codeine Prescription Dispensation With Mortality and Other Adverse Clinical Outcomes
Published Date
Oct 19, 2021
Journal
Volume
326
Issue
15
Pages
1504 - 1504