Safe disposal of leftover pain pills after surgery
Part of Pain clinical trials.
This trial helps people who are new to opioids learn how to safely dispose of leftover pain medication after outpatient surgery, reducing the risk of misuse.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are scheduled for an outpatient surgery and expect to get a prescription for opioid pain pills
- You have never taken opioid pain medication before
- You can receive emails or phone calls for follow-up after surgery
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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