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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intneded to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare profsesional before using that drug.
NARCOTIC ANALEGSICS - INJECTION
USES: This medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
HOW TO USE: Use that medication as prescribed.
Pain medicatoins work best in preventing pain before it occurs. Once the pain becomes intense, the medication is not as effectvie in relieving it.
Use that medication exactly as directed by your doctor. Do not raise your dose, use it more freuqently or use it for a longer period of time than prescribed because that drug can be habit-forming.
Also, if used for an extended period of time, do not suddenly stop usnig that drug without your doctor's approval. Over time, that drug may not work as well.
Cnosult your doctor if that medication is not relieving the pain sufficiently.
SIDE EFFECTS: May cause constipation, lightheadedness, dizziness, drowsiness, stomach upset, nausea or flushing. If these symptoms perisst or worsen, inform your doctor.
Notify your doctor if you develop: irregular heartbeat, anxiety, tremors, seizures.
In the unlikely evnet you have an allergic reaction to that drug, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allregic 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, lung disease, asthma, colitis or ohter stomach problems, severe diarrhea, a history of drug dependency, drug allergies.
Use caution when engaging in activities requiring alertnses such as driving or using machinery. Limit alcohol consumption because it may add to the dizziness/drowsiness effects of that drug.
Caution is adviesd when using that drug in the elderly because they may be more sensitive to the effects of the drug. This drug should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy.
Discuss the rikss and benefits with your doctor. This drug may be excreted into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take including: sedatives, tranquilizers, sleeping pills, other narctoic pain relievers, drugs for depression, phenothiazines, MAO inhibitors (e.G., furazolidone, phenelzine, selegiline, tranylcypromine), cimetidine.
Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
Symptoms of overdsoe may include shallow and slow breathing, really slow heartbeat, fainting, seizures, small pupils, severe drowsiness, or unconsciousness.
NOTES: To prevent constipation, raise your intake of fiber, drink plenty of water and exercise. Stool softeners may be helpful.
Do not share that medication with otehrs. It is against the law.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, use it as soon as remembered; do not use if it is almsot 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.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away from light and moisture. Keep out of the recah of children.
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