B 2 observational studies.
Chronic opioid use side effects.
Addiction irregular heart beat increased risk of heart attack depression constipation severe abdominal pain hormonal problems weak bones increased pain.
A disorder also known as delayed gastric emptying which slows or stops the movement of food from the.
Less common side effects of opioid use may include.
The most common being gastrointestinal problems like constipation nausea and vomiting.
Central nervous system side effects are also common like impaired concentration confusion sleep and memory problems.
B systematic review of low quality studies.
Men may experience depression fatigue and sexual dysfunction sor.
Physical dependence and addiction are clinical concerns that may prevent proper prescribing and in turn inadequate pain management.
Constipation nausea and dyspepsia are the most common long term adverse effects of chronic opioid use strength of recommendation sor.
Up to 80 of patients taking opioids experience at least one side effect.
Common side effects of opioid administration include sedation dizziness nausea vomiting constipation physical dependence tolerance and respiratory depression.