The cognitive impact of opioids during chronic administration [ 2009 - 2012 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Jason White (Principal investigator) ,  Prof Andrew Somogyi ,  Prof Nicholas Burns ,  Prof Theodore Nettelbeck

Brief description Many people are now being prescribed opioid drugs for long periods of time, mainly for the treatment of chronic pain. These drugs can adversely affect the person's ability to drive a car, hold down a job, and perform normal functions of daily living. This project will investigate what types of impairment are produced by these drugs and how the drugs can best be used so as to minimise the effects on patients.

Funding Amount $AUD 416,024.34

Funding Scheme NHMRC Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant