NCT05991687NARecruiting
Methods for Effective Disposal of Surplus Analgesics to Facilitate Elimination
University of Michigan
Start Date
7/31/2023
Completion Date
8/1/2026
Summary
The primary objective is to evaluate the difference in outcomes for mail-in vs. in-home disposal methods for leftover prescription opioids after discharge from surgery.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Range: 18 years to No maximum
Inclusion Criteria:
* Anticipated to be prescribed and use an opioid medication to treat acute pain after elective outpatient surgery
* Opioid-naive
Exclusion Criteria:
* Inability to receive email and/or phone calls for follow up assessment
Interventions
OTHER
In-home drug disposal pouch
OTHER
Mail-in prepaid envelope
Conditions
SurgeryAnalgesics, Opioids
Locations
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, Michigan 48109
United States