obstetrics-gynaecology paediatrics
Modified Finnegan Neonatal Abstinence Score (NAS)
Assesses severity of neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS) in neonates exposed to opioids in utero. 21 signs scored at regular intervals. Total ≥8 for 3 consecutive scores suggests pharmacological treatment needed.
References
- Finnegan LP et al. Neonatal abstinence syndrome: assessment and management. Addict Dis. 1975;2(1–2):141–158.
Related
Curated clinical cross-links plus same-class fallbacks.
Drugs
- Morphine (Oral) · Strong Opioid Analgesic — Step 3 WHO Ladder
- Oxycodone · Strong Opioid Analgesic — Step 3 WHO Ladder
- Morphine Slow-Release (Elderly Chronic Pain) · Opioid Analgesic — Modified-Release Oral
- Poractant Alfa (Porcine Surfactant) · Lung Surfactant (Respiratory Distress Syndrome — Neonatal)
- Clonidine · Alpha-2 Adrenoceptor Agonist (ADHD / Opioid Withdrawal / Tic Disorders)
- Oxycodone · Opioid Analgesic (Moderate-Strong)
Decision support only — verify against MDCalc, NICE, or your local guideline before clinical use.