Changes in qualitative structure of prescriptions for strong opioids for outpatients in Saint-Petersburg in 2017 comparing to 2001 and 2005
The qualitative structure of prescriptions for strong opioids (SOs) for outpatients with severe chronic pain was analyzed in 4 administrative districts of St. Petersburg in 2001, 2005 and 2017. Time changes in the prescription of different SOs and their dosage forms were detected and analyzed. Measures to improve the administration of SOs to outpatients with severe chronic pain are proposed.