Anesthesia

10 most commonly prescribed pain medications

Hydrocodone-acetaminophen was the most commonly prescribed pain medication in 2022, according to a recent report from Definitive Healthcare.

By: Patsy Newitt

Tuesday, October 3rd, 2023

Here are the top 10 pain medications prescribed in 2022, according to Definitive Healthcare.

Hydrocodone-acetaminophen
Ibuprofen
Tramadol
Oxycodone-acetaminophen
Oxycodone
Aspirin
Acetaminophen-codeine
Morphine sulfate
Butalbital-acetaminophen-caffe
Acetaminophen

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