The ‘Mystery’ of Opioid-Induced Diarrhea

Bowel dysfunction, mainly constipation, is a well-known and anticipated side effect of opioids. The physician prescribing an opioid frequently confronts the challenge of preventing and treating bowel dysfunction. Different strategies have emerged for managing opioid-induced constipation. These strat...

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Main Authors: Silviu Bril, Yoav Shoham, Jeremy Marcus
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2011-01-01
Series:Pain Research and Management
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2011/309685