
No known CYP450 PK drug-drug interactions at clinically relevant doses1
True 12-hour dosing that lasts2
Minimal increase in pain scores (VAS) with a stable dose over a full 12 weeks in clinical trials3,4
Less supplemental rescue medication use than the allowable maximum in clinical trials3,4
Managing Chronic Pain
Widely available on managed care plans (including Medicare Part D) for 8 out of 10 covered patients5
Over 1 million prescriptions written for patients managing chronic pain since 2006
Patient Profiles
Wanda, 46, Teacher
Wanda needs to manage her chronic pain while feeling comfortable with her medication
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Mike, 53, Accountant
Mike needs more pain control to supplement his nonpharmacologic options
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Stella, 68, School Secretary
Stella needs improved pain control while managing the risk of drug interactions
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Bill, 40, Construction Worker
Bill needs a pain medication switch, because his Vicodin®* dose can’t be increased
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* Hydrocodone bitartrate and acetaminophen
Vicodin® is a registered trademark of Abbott Laboratories.
References
- OPANA ER Full Prescribing Information. Chadds Ford, Pa: Endo Pharmaceuticals; 2008.
- Adams MP, Ahdieh H. Pharmacokinetics and dose-proportionality of oxymorphone extended release and its metabolites: results of a randomized crossover study. Pharmacotherapy. 2004(4):468-476.
- Hale ME, Ahdieh H, Ma T, et al. Efficacy and safety of OPANA ER (oxymorphone extended release) for relief of moderate to severe chronic low back pain in opioid-experienced patients: a 12-week, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study. J Pain. 2007;8[2]:175-184.
- Katz N, Rauck R, Ahdieh H, et al. A 12-week, randomized, placebo-controlled trial assessing the safety and efficacy of oxymorphone extended release for opioid-naïve patients with chronic low back pain. Curr Med Res Opin. 2007;23:117-128.
- MediMedia Formulary Compass. http://www.formularycompass.com. Accessed December 31, 2008.

