Morphine equivalents for strong opioids used in randomized trials
| DRUG | PAIN TYPE | MEQ MINIMUM | MEQ AVERAGE | MEQ MAXIMUM | NO. OF STUDIES |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CR oxycodone | Nociceptive | 20 mg | 65.7 mg | 146.7 mg | 6 |
| Neuropathic | 40 mg | 81.3 mg | 173.3 mg | 3 | |
| CR morphine | Nociceptive | 25 mg | 56.8 mg | 120 mg | 2 |
| Neuropathic | 28.75 mg | 91.7 mg | 202.5 mg | 5 |
CR—controlled release, MEQ—morphine equivalent.
Adapted from the National Opioid Use Guideline Group.5