Therapeutic Thursdays: Alternative Routes of Administration for Acute Pain Management (C.E.)

In this podcast we will discuss alternate routes of analgesic administration for when intravenous and/or oral access is not available. This will include sublingual, subcutaneous, intranasal, inhalation, and others as well as what medications are best suited for these routes based on their pharmacokinetics.   The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.