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 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 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
Side effects Since the main effects of codeine are caused by an action on the brain, it is not surprising that this substance can have a variety of side effects. Very often (in up to 10%) nausea occurs after ingestion due to the irritation of the vomiting centre in the brain and/or the effect on … Side effects | Codeine
General information Jurnista® is a drug in the analgesic group (analgesics) and is used to treat severe pain. It contains hydromorphone hydrochloride. Contraindications (contraindications) Jurnista® should not be used if any of the following contraindications are met: Absolute contraindication:Jurnista should never be used in infants, children, coma patients, women in labor or during childbirth. Allergy … Jurnista®
Interactions with other drugs If any of the following drugs are taken, the use of Jurnista® should be avoided, as the drugs may influence each other in their effects or increase the risk of side effects occurring MAO inhibitors against depression Morphine-like analgesics (buprenorphine, nalbuphine, pentazocine) Medication for muscle relaxation (e.g. for back pain) Drugs … Interactions with other drugs | Jurnista®
Side effects Particularly frequent side effects when taking Jurnista® are Common side effects are: Unusually strong tiredness, drowsiness, weakness Headache, dizziness Constipation, nausea, vomiting Weight loss, loss of appetite, severe fluid loss, “dehydration Faster heartbeat, lower blood pressure, blushing, high blood pressure Forgetfulness, drowsiness, concentration difficulties Numbness, tingling/ burning skin, muscle trembling/twitching, dullness, changes in … Side effects | Jurnista®
Definition Dolantin®, which contains the active ingredient pethidine, is an opioid analgesic and is prescribed for severe pain. It is only available on prescription and should only be taken under strict medical supervision. Pethidine Dosage form Dolantin® is available both as an injection solution and as drops. Dosage The standard dosage of Dolatin® depends on … Dolantin
Contraindications If one of the following points applies to you, you must not use Dolantin®: Hypersensitivity to pethidine or to preservatives containing additional drops of betaine hydrochloride and methyl 4-hydroxybenzoate Parallel use of MAO-inhibitors or if MAO-inhibitors have been taken within 14 days Children under one year of age must not take Dolantin Severe respiratory … Contraindications | Dolantin
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Introduction Fentanyl is a very strong pain medication, which belongs to the group of opioids and is therefore a painkiller with morphine-like effects. Just like morphine, it blocks certain pain receptors in the spinal cord and brain (it is therefore centrally active). By blocking these receptors, the perception of pain is inhibited and the pain … Fentanyl
What is Durogesic®? Durogesic® is the trade name under which the highly potent synthetic analgesic (pain reliever) Fentanyl is marketed. Fentanyl is an analgesic with pharmacological properties very similar to morphine. However, compared to morphine, Fentanyl is a hundred times more effective. Indications Fentanyl is mostly used as an anesthetic in general anesthesia, during which … Durogesic
