Pain Management

New cases occur more frequently than other conditions, and often persist

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Phase II study misses primary endpoint, but likely to move forward anyway

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Advisors said outcomes from an enriched enrollment study would not be broadly generalizable

Agency advisors will consider pros, cons of an enriched enrollment randomized withdrawal design

Let's reexamine the current approach to treatment

Addiction specialists on the start of the opioid crisis, current treatments, and a path forward

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Updated labeling to include warning about opioid-induced hyperalgesia

Nearly 7% have pain severe enough to restrict daily activities

Gupta outlines plan of attack, while expert says scheduling the drug should be top priority

Strategy will provide another option to dispose of unneeded medications, FDA says