Record Status This is a bibliographic record of a published health technology assessment from a member of INAHTA. No evaluation of the quality of this assessment has been made for the HTA database. Citation Chou R, McDonagh MS, Nakamoto E, Griffin J. Analgesics for osteoarthritis: an update of the 2006 comparative effectiveness review. Rockville: Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ). Comparative Effectiveness Review No. 38. 2011 Authors' objectives To update a previous report on the comparative benefits and harms of oral nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), acetaminophen, over-the-counter supplements (chondroitin and glucosamine), and topical agents (NSAIDs and rubefacients, including capsaicin) for osteoarthritis. Authors' conclusions Each of the analgesics evaluated in this report was associated with a unique set of risks and benefits. Choosing the optimal analgesic for an individual with osteoarthritis requires careful consideration and thorough discussion of the relevant tradeoffs. Indexing Status Subject indexing assigned by CRD MeSH Analgesics; Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal; Chondroitin; Glucosamine; Humans; Osteoarthritis Language Published English Country of organisation United States English summary An English language summary is available. Address for correspondence AHRQ, Center for Outcomes and Evidence Technology Assessment Program, 540 Gaither Road, Rockville, MD 20850, USA Email: AHRQTAP@ahrq.hhs.gov AccessionNumber 32012000621 Date abstract record published 18/09/2012 |