Prescribing drugs of dependence in general practice

Part C1 - Opioids

Appendix H

This clinical guideline was published in 2017, with minor updates in 2020.

The information provided may not reflect the most current evidence or best practice.


The PEG is a practical tool to assess and monitor chronic pain by measuring three items: average pain intensity (P), interference with enjoyment of life (E), and interference with general activity (G).262

Table H1

Table H1

PEG pain tool

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