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ModeratePalliative CareCancer pain management – opioid initiationuk-plab-1

A 64-year-old man with metastatic lung cancer has severe continuous pain despite regular Paracetamol. He has normal renal function and no previous opioid use. What is the most appropriate starting regimen for strong opioid therapy in the community?

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