Changing From One Opioid to Another
- Schachter, A. (2018). In the midst of a massive opioid crisis, hospitals are experiencing an opioid shortage.
The article highlights the critical shortage of injectable opioids in U.S. hospitals, particularly hydromorphone, fentanyl, and morphine, which are essential for surgeries, cancer care, and pain management. This scarcity, caused by manufacturing issues and regulatory constraints, poses significant challenges for patient care, potentially leading to delayed surgeries and procedures. Factors contributing to the shortage include limited profit margins for opioid production, reduced capacity at Pfizer’s manufacturing facility, and DEA-imposed quotas on opioid raw materials. While efforts to increase production and address the crisis are underway, hospitals and healthcare providers are struggling to find viable solutions, risking patient safety and well-being.
Palliative Care: Pain Management for your Patients
Palliative Care: Pain Management for your Patients
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