Content and sentiment analysis of gabapentinoid-related tweets: An infodemiology study.

Journal: Drug and alcohol review
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Abstract

INTRODUCTION: The increasing number of gabapentinoid (pregabalin and gabapentin) harms, including deaths observed across countries is concerning to health-care professionals and policy makers. However, it is unclear if the public shares these concerns. This study aimed to describe posts related to gabapentinoids, conduct a content analysis to identify common themes and describe adverse events or symptoms.

Authors

  • Stephanie Mathieson
    Institute for Musculoskeletal Health, The University of Sydney and Sydney Local Health District, Sydney, Australia.
  • Mary O'Keeffe
    Institute for Musculoskeletal Health, The University of Sydney and Sydney Local Health District, Sydney, Australia.
  • Adrian C Traeger
    Institute for Musculoskeletal Health, The University of Sydney and Sydney Local Health District, Sydney, Australia.
  • Giovanni E Ferreira
    Institute for Musculoskeletal Health, The University of Sydney and Sydney Local Health District, Sydney, Australia.
  • Christina Abdel Shaheed
    Institute for Musculoskeletal Health, The University of Sydney and Sydney Local Health District, Sydney, Australia.