Thomapyrin®

Thomapyrin® is a combination preparation consisting of the active ingredients paracetamol, acetylsalicylic acid (ASS) and caffeine. It is marketed by Boehringer Ingelheim Pharma GmbH & Co. KG (Vienna, Austria). It is one of the most widely used over-the-counter pain-relieving drugs in Germany. Thomapyrin® is mostly used to relieve mild to moderate pain. Composition Thomapyrin® is … Thomapyrin®

Interactions | Thomapyrin®

Interactions The simultaneous use of various anticoagulants such as ASS 100, clopidogrel, ticagrelor, Xarelto, heparin or Marcumar® increases the risk of bleeding. Problems in the gastrointestinal tract (e.g. ulcers) occur more frequently if other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs/antirheumatic drugs (NSAIDs) or cortisone preparations (corticosteroids) are taken in parallel or alcohol is consumed. The effect of diuretics … Interactions | Thomapyrin®

Morphine

morphine Morphine Tramadol Piritramid Codeine Fentanyl Buprenorphine Pentazocin Opioids can be supplied in a variety of ways. As tablets (peroral), intravenously (i.e. injected into a vein), as suppositories (rectal), as patches (transdermal) or as drops. Opioids/morphine have great potential for dependence. This potential is stronger or weaker depending on the type of intake and the … Morphine

What painkillers should I take for toothache? | Painkillers in the nursing period

What painkillers should I take for toothache? The drug ibuprofen is considered to be the remedy of choice for toothache in the lactation period. Due to its additional anti-inflammatory effect it is also very popular. The maximum daily dose stated in the package insert should not be exceeded. No significant concentrations of the active ingredient … What painkillers should I take for toothache? | Painkillers in the nursing period

What painkillers are recommended after a Caesarean section? | Painkillers in the nursing period

What painkillers are recommended after a Caesarean section? Pain after the caesarean section is usually normal. After all, it is a surgical procedure on the lower abdomen where muscles and other tissues are cut through. Especially directly after the Caesarean section, even the smallest movements can cause pain, which usually lasts for several days. To … What painkillers are recommended after a Caesarean section? | Painkillers in the nursing period

Painkillers in the nursing period

Introduction Through breast milk, children usually receive all the important nutrients they need, especially in the first months of their lives. However, breastfeeding can also be used to transfer substances, such as components of medication, which can have a negative effect on the child’s organism. The potentially harmful effect of medications that can be transmitted … Painkillers in the nursing period

Ibuprofen | Painkillers in the nursing period

Ibuprofen Ibuprofen has anti-inflammatory properties in addition to its analgesic and antipyretic effects. Ibuprofen can be used for mild to moderately severe pain, such as headaches, migraines, attacks of gout or similar. Unlike paracetamol, ibuprofen cannot be used safely throughout pregnancy. Ibuprofen must not be taken in the last trimester because of possible harm to … Ibuprofen | Painkillers in the nursing period

Oxycodone

Trade names Oxycontin®, Oxygesic Chemical name and molecular formula (5R,9R,13S,14S)-14-hydroxy-3-methoxy-17-methyl-4,5-epoxymorphinan-6-one; C18H21NO4Oxycodone belongs to the class of strong opioid analgesics. It is used to relieve severe to very severe pain, but also has a cough-relieving effect. It is therefore also a very effective antitussive (cough-relieving drug) such as codeine. The WHO level scheme (scheme of pain … Oxycodone

Side effects | Oxycodone

Side effects As with all drugs in the class of opioid analgesics, a number of undesirable side effects can occur. First of all, it should be said that Oxycodone has a very high addiction potential, about which the patient must be informed in advance. It can lead to strong euphoria and therefore carries a high … Side effects | Oxycodone

Codeine

Codeine is an active substance which, like morphine, belongs to the group of opiates. Nowadays it is mainly taken as a substance to relieve irritable cough and as a painkiller. Three opiates – codeine, morphine and thebaine – occur naturally in opium, the dried latex of the opium poppy, and can be extracted from it. … Codeine