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Opioids for Shortness of Breath in Advanced Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

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WF85-1892
Language
English
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The INSPIRED COPD Outreach Programâ„¢

Shortness of breath is the most common symptom for people with advanced Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). This pamphlet explains what causes shortness of breath, how opioids help, what kinds of opioids are used, if opioids are safe, and possible side effects.

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