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Randomized clinical trial of hydrocodone/acetaminophen versus codeine/acetaminophen in the treatment of acute extremity pain after emergency department discharge.

Author: BijurPolly E, ChangAndrew K, John GallagherE, MunjalKevin G

Journal ArticleAn article published in an academic or professional journal that reports original research or scholarly analysis.
Comparative StudyResearch that compares multiple groups/interventions to determine differences/similarities in outcomes/characteristics.
Randomized Controlled TrialA clinical trial that randomly assigns participants to treatment and control groups to evaluate the effects of an intervention.

Overview

Hydrocodone/acetaminophen (Vicodin) was compared to codeine/acetaminophen (Tylenol #3) for analgesia in patients discharged from the emergency department. Both are Schedule III narcotics.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
The objective was to test the hypothesis that hydrocodone/acetaminophen (Vicodin [5/500]) provides more efficacious analgesia than codeine/acetaminophen (Tylenol #3 [30/300]) in patients discharged from the emergency department (ED). Both are currently Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Schedule ...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1111/acem.12331

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

A New Path to Pain Relief: Comparing Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen to Codeine/Acetaminophen

This research explores the effectiveness of different [narcotic analgesics] in managing [acute extremity pain] after [emergency department discharge]. The authors compare the analgesic efficacy of [hydrocodone/acetaminophen (Vicodin)] and [codeine/acetaminophen (Tylenol #3)] in a [randomized clinical trial], seeking to provide evidence-based insights for pain management strategies.

Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen Shows Promise in the Desert of Pain

The study suggests that [hydrocodone/acetaminophen] provides more effective analgesia compared to [codeine/acetaminophen] in patients with [acute extremity pain]. This finding offers a valuable tool for healthcare professionals seeking to optimize pain management strategies for patients with [acute extremity pain] following [emergency department discharge].

Navigating the Desert of Pain: Finding Effective Relief

The study’s findings highlight the importance of selecting the most effective analgesic for individual patients, considering factors such as [pain severity] and [patient characteristics]. The research provides valuable information for healthcare professionals, enabling them to tailor pain management strategies to meet the specific needs of each patient. The journey through the desert of pain can be a challenging one, and this research offers a valuable tool for finding effective relief.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This research provides valuable insights into the relative effectiveness of [hydrocodone/acetaminophen] and [codeine/acetaminophen] in managing [acute extremity pain]. The study’s findings highlight the importance of selecting the most effective analgesic for individual patients based on their specific needs and pain characteristics. The journey to finding effective pain relief is a continuous quest, and this research offers a valuable stepping stone in our pursuit of better pain management strategies.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2014-09-29
  2. Date Revised 2020-12-09
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

24628747

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1111/acem.12331

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