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People With Eating Disorders Report Success Self-Medicating With Non-Rx Drugs
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Introduction
Tapentadol is a centrally acting analgesic used for the treatment of moderate to severe acute and chronic pain. Available in both immediate-release (IR) and extended-release (ER) formulations, the 100mg dose is commonly prescribed for managing significant pain conditions, including post-operative pain, musculoskeletal disorders, and neuropathic pain. While tapentadol has proven to be effective in pain relief, growing attention is being paid to its potential for dependency and abuse, especially given its opioid-like action. This article explores what the current research says about tapentadol 100mg and its relationship to dependency.
