Methods for Effective Disposal of Surplus Analgesics to Facilitate Elimination

Methods for Effective Disposal of Surplus Analgesics to Facilitate Elimination

The primary objective is to evaluate the difference in outcomes for mail-in vs. in-home disposal methods for leftover prescription opioids after discharge from surgery.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Anticipated to be prescribed and use an opioid medication to treat acute pain after elective outpatient surgery
• Opioid-naive

Exclusion Criteria:

• Inability to receive email and/or phone calls for follow up assessment