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Total daily dose of analgesics prescribed.
| Median dose (mg) | Minimum, Maximum dose (mg) | |
|---|---|---|
| Opioids | ||
| Fentanyl† | 0.89 | 0.29, 4.49 |
| Morphine | 30.00 | 2.00, 300.00 |
| Tramadol | 150.00 | 30.00, 420.00 |
| Nonopioids | ||
| Gabapentin | 900.00 | 100.00, 3600.00 |
| Paracetamol | 1300.00 | 325.00, 4000.00 |
| Pregabalin | 150.00 | 50.00, 750.00 |
Only analgesics with data across all six countries were included; all analgesics were orally administered unless otherwise stated; †transdermal.
