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CDC Emphasizes Opioid Guideline is Voluntary and Should Support, Not Supplant, Patient Care

The FDA Law Blog

Before starting opioid therapy for subacute or chronic pain, clinicians should discuss with patients the realistic benefits and known risks of opioid therapy, should work with patients to establish treatment goals for pain and function, and should consider how opioid therapy will be discontinued if benefits do not outweigh risks.

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How to spring clean your pharmacy

The Checkup by Singlecare

Control your controls If your biennial controlled substance inventory is due this year, now is the time to start preparing. Ensure all controlled substances are stored properly. For example, over-the-counter hearing aids are now FDA-approved—is your pharmacy stocked and ready?