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Propoxyphene Napsylate
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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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Generic Name: Propoxyphene Napsylate
Generic Name: 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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