Objectives To assess the effectiveness and tolerability of buprenorphine for cancer pain in
adults and children. Methods We searched CENTRAL, MEDLINE, EMBASE, ISI Web of …

This study aimed to synthesize available evidence on the analgesic efficacy of
buprenorphine in treating cancer pain and related adverse effects. We searched electronic …

Introduction Adult cancer pain is a disease state battled on a global scale. Proper pain
management is essential to prevent health complications and promote patient well-being …

Background Many patients with cancer experience moderate to severe pain that requires
treatment with strong analgesics. Buprenorphine, fentanyl and morphine are examples of …

Purpose This study aimed to synthesize the available evidence on the efficacy and safety of
transdermal (TD) buprenorphine. Methods We searched studies in electronic databases …

Pain is a frequent and important symptom in cancer patients. Among the available strong
opioids, transdermal buprenorphine has been licensed in Europe since 2002, and results …

Cancer pain remains a significant problem worldwide, affecting more than half of patients
receiving anti-cancer treatment and most patients with advanced disease. Opioids remain …

Background Many patients with cancer experience moderate to severe pain that requires
treatment with strong analgesics. Buprenorphine, fentanyl and morphine are examples of …

Background: The semi-synthetic opioid, buprenorphine, has the general structure of
morphine but differs from it in significant ways, both pharmacologically and clinically. A …

Strong opioids are recommended for treating severe cancer pain in the advanced stages of
the disease. Few data are available concerning the efficacy of buprenorphine in cancer …