Pain Management

Question 1

Initial approach in managing pain with patients on Buprenorphine

Answer 1

Non-opioids

Examples: Ketorac or NSAIDs

Question 2

How is dosage of Buprinerphone changed with pain management

Answer 2

Keep the same dosage initially + non opioid analgesic

Question 3

what if acute pain occurs for Buprenorphine

Answer 3

Increase the dose in small frequency

You should split the dose E.G. 8 mg = 4, 2, 2. This allows for longer analgesic effect

Question 4

When should you use your last buprenorphine

Answer 4

24 hours before surgey

Question 5

When should you use your last dose of Naltrexone before surgery

Answer 5

**72 hours **for Oral

At least 4 weeks after injection (XR)