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National Formulary

A list of prescription drugs covered by a health plan or healthcare system, like the VA, which are considered to be safe, effective, and cost-effective.

Opioid Receptors

Specific spots on nerve cells in the brain, spinal cord, and other organs that opioid drugs bind to, blocking pain signals and creating feelings of pleasure.

Acute Pain

Sudden, severe pain that typically lasts for a short period, often in response to injury or surgery.

Postoperative Pain

Pain experienced after a surgical procedure.

Regional Analgesia

Pain relief that numbs a specific area of the body, often achieved through injections or nerve blocks, rather than affecting the entire body.

Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

The government agency responsible for protecting public health by ensuring the safety, effectiveness, and security of human and veterinary drugs, biological products, and medical devices.

Biological Product

A medical product derived from living organisms, such as vaccines, blood components, or gene therapy.