Non-Analgesic Effects of Opioids: The Interaction of Opioids with Bone and Joints

Title:Non-Analgesic Effects of Opioids: The Interaction of Opioids with Bone and Joints

Volume: 18 Issue: 37

Author(s): Consalvo Mattia, Eleonora Di Bussolo and Flaminia Coluzzi

Affiliation:

Keywords: Opioid, bone, osteoporosis, endocrine, pain, fracture, joints, side effects, elderly patients, risk factor.

Abstract: Opioid consumption is associated with a wide range of side effects. Potential interference of opioids with bone and joint activity has emerged in the last few years. Opioids increase the risk of fracture, especially in elderly patients. Moreover, opioids interfere with the endocrine system, and their chronic use is a recognized risk factor for osteoporosis. Pathogenetic mechanisms at the basis of the interference of opioids with bones and joints are analysed in this review.

Cite this article as:

Mattia Consalvo, Di Bussolo Eleonora and Coluzzi Flaminia, Non-Analgesic Effects of Opioids: The Interaction of Opioids with Bone and Joints, Current Pharmaceutical Design 2012; 18 (37) . https://dx.doi.org/10.2174/138161212803582487