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May 2024
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Unraveling the Pharmacological Puzzle of...

Psychopharmacology Institute
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In this episode, we explore the most effective pharmacologic treatments for fibromyalgia, a complex nociplastic pain syndrome. Dr. Daniel Clauw shares his insights on the top drug classes for managing fibromyalgia and discusses why opioids should be avoided. Could the hyperactive endogenous opioid system in fibromyalgia patients explain the ineffectiveness of opioids?

Faculty: Daniel Claw, M.D. Host: Richard Seeber, M.D.

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