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Propoxyphene Napsylate is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
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propoxyphene Napsylate
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Uses
Propoxyphene Napsylate is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Storage
- Store at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture.
Overdose
- If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
- Symptoms of overdose may include cold and clammy skin, low body temperature, slowed breathing, slowed heartbeat, drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, deep sleep, and loss of consciousness.
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APAP PROPOXYPHENE NAPSYLATE |
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APAP PROPOXYPHENE NAPSYLATE |
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Generic Name: Propoxyphene Napsylate |
Propoxyphene Napsylate/ |
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How To Use
- To prevent upset stomach, take with food or milk.
- Pain medications work best in preventing pain before it occurs.
- Once the pain becomes intense, the medication is not as effective in relieving it.
- Use Propoxyphene Napsylate 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 Propoxyphene Napsylate can be habit-forming.
- Also, if used for an extended period, do not suddenly stop using Propoxyphene Napsylate without your doctor s approval.
- Over time, Propoxyphene Napsylate may not work as well.
- Consult your doctor if Propoxyphene Napsylate is not relieving the pain sufficiently.
Side Effects
- May cause constipation, lightheadedness, dizziness, drowsiness, stomach upset, nausea, flushing or vision changes.
- If these effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor.
- Notify your doctor if you develop: irregular heartbeats, anxiety, tremors, confusion, depression, low blood pressure, fainting, yellowing of the eyes or skin, seizures.
- In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to Propoxyphene Napsylate, 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 your medical history, especially of: kidney or liver disease, breathing problems, alcohol and/or drug abuse, colitis or other intestinal/stomach problems, severe diarrhea, head injury, heart problems, drug allergies.
- Use caution when engaging in activities requiring alertness such as driving.
- Limit alcohol intake because it may add to the dizziness/drowsiness effects of Propoxyphene Napsylate.
- Caution is advised when using Propoxyphene Napsylate in the elderly because they may be more sensitive to the effects of Propoxyphene Napsylate.
- Propoxyphene Napsylate should be used during pregnancy only when clearly needed.
- Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
- Propoxyphene Napsylate is excreted into breast milk.
- Though to date, no problems have been noted in nursing infants, consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Missed Dose
- If you miss a dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost 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 all the medicines you may use both prescription and nonprescription, especially of: carbamazepine, cimetidine, ritonavir, other narcotic pain medications, sedatives, tranquilizers, drugs used for anxiety or depression.
- Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
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CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.
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