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Opium is a narcotic used to treat diarrhea or pain.


 
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Tincture Of Opium-Oral Liq

Uses
Opium is a narcotic used to treat diarrhea or pain.


Storage
  • Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) away from heat, light and moisture.
  • Do not store in the bathroom.
  • Keep this and all medications out of the reach of children.


Overdose
  • If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
  • Symptoms of overdose may include trouble breathing, severe drowsiness, unconsciousness, severe dizziness; cold or clammy skin; or irregular heartbeat.

How To Use
  • Take Opium by mouth as directed.
  • May take with food or meals if stomach upset occurs.
  • Carefully measure each dose using the dropper provided.
  • The drops may be mixed with soft food, water or juice.
  • Use Opium exactly as directed by your doctor.
  • Do not increase your dose, use it more frequently or use it for a longer period of time than prescribed because Opium can be habit- forming.
  • Also, if used for an extended period, do not suddenly stop using Opium without your doctor s approval.
  • Over time, Opium may not work as well.
  • Consult your doctor if Opium stops working well.

Side Effects
  • Lightheadedness, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, blurred vision may occur.
  • If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor.
  • Notify your doctor if you develop: tremor, mood/mental changes, rapid heart rate.
  • In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to Opium, seek immediate medical attention.
  • Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing.
  • If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Precautions
  • Tell your doctor if you have: liver disease, heart disease, gallbladder problems, intestinal diseases, an enlarged prostate, asthma or other breathing problems, seizures, drug dependency, drug allergies.
  • Use caution driving or operating machinery or doing activities requiring alertness.
  • Rise slowly from a lying or sitting position to lessen the occurrence of dizziness, lightheadedness or fainting.
  • Opium should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy.
  • Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
  • It is not known if Opium is excreted into breast milk.
  • Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Missed Dose
  • If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
  • Do not double-up the dose to catch up.

Drug Interactions
  • Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may use, including: other narcotic pain relievers, sedatives, cimetidine.
  • Avoid using alcohol while taking Opium as dizziness and drowsiness effects will increase.
  • Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

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