Optimising pain management in frail older people [ 2009 - 2011 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Andrew Mclachlan (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Vasi Naganathan ,  Prof David Le Couteur ,  Prof Sarah Hilmer ,  Prof Stephen Gibson

Brief description This project will improve our understanding of how painkiller medicines work in very old and frail people which will improve the use of these medicines in pain management. This study will carefully examine pain control with two of the most commonly used pain killer medicines - paracetamol and oxycodone. By understanding all the factors that influence an older persons pain control we will be able to improve the safe and effective use of painkiller medicines in this special group of people.

Funding Amount $AUD 409,381.92

Funding Scheme NHMRC Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant