Individualize Plans When Tapering Opioids

February 2023

You’ll see more focus on when and how to safely taper opioids.

Updated CDC guidelines aim to limit unintended consequences of prior guidelines...such as rapid tapers or suddenly stopping opioids.

Continue to frequently discuss pain, function, and goals with patients on opioids. Individualize plans with patients and prescribers.

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Table of Contents

Diabetes Know When to Use a GLP-1 Agonist or SGLT2i First-Line
Infectious Diseases Stay Alert for Symptoms of a Serious Strep Infection
Blood Pressure Emphasize Techniques for Accurate Blood Pressure Readings
Opioids Individualize Plans When Tapering Opioids
Menopause Clarify Options to Manage Vaginal Menopausal Symptoms
Dermatology Be Ready to Help Patients With Tattoos or Piercings
Eating Disorders Be Familiar With Treatments for Eating Disorders
Cardiology Ensure Safe Use of Antiarrhythmics for Atrial Fib
Osteoporosis Recommend Close Monitoring With Prolia in Kidney Disease
Shortages Work as a Team to Navigate Drug Shortages