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All Wales gabapentinoid resources for chronic pain

The All Wales gabapentinoid resources for chronic pain have been developed to support healthcare professionals in the appropriate prescribing, review, and deprescribing of gabapentin and pregabalin (gabapentinoids) for chronic pain. The resources are split into five packs and provide practical guidance to support shared decision-making with patients, promote a holistic approach to chronic pain management, and reduce inappropriate prescribing. Each resource pack can be used on its own or alongside the others to support discussions with patients.

All Wales gabapentinoid resources for chronic pain - Overview

The All Wales gabapentinoid resources for chronic pain have been developed to support healthcare professionals in the appropriate prescribing, review, and deprescribing of gabapentin and pregabalin (gabapentinoids) for chronic pain. The resources are split into five packs and provide practical guidance to support shared decision-making with patients, promote a holistic approach to chronic pain management, and reduce inappropriate prescribing. Each resource pack can be used on its own or alongside the others to support discussions with patients.

Prescriber quick reference guide
Clinical pathway for prescribers
RP1: Background for prescribing a gabapentinoid in chronic pain
RP2: Initiating a gabapentinoid
RP3: Reviewing gabapentinoid use
RP4: Reducing and stopping a gabapentinoid
RP5: Auditing gabapentinoid prescribing and supporting tools
Frequently asked questions
Useful patient resources
References
Document download
Patient information
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