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May 27, 2012

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Types of Pain Medications »

For what conditions are pain medications used?

Virtually any disease as well as most injuries and surgical procedures involve some degree of pain. It's not surprising, then, that pain medications, also known as analgesics, are among the most commonly used drugs in the U.S. Pain can range from minor, acute complaints, such as a muscle sprain, to chronic, severe pain, such as that sometimes experienced by cancer patients. Some drugs used for other conditions also are effective at relieving certain types of pain. These drugs include certain drugs used for depression, epilepsy, and anxiety.

What are the differences among the types of pain medications?

Pain medications can be broadly classified into two categories: prescription and nonprescription. In the latter category are several mild anti-inflammatory drugs (ibuprofen, naproxen), as well as acetaminophen. These are mainly meant for use with short-term, acute pain -- menstrual cramps,...

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What is Prescribing information?

The FDA package insert formatted in easy-to-find categories for health professionals and clinicians.

DepoDur Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage

DepoDur (morphine sulfate) Structural Formula Illustration

DepoDur is an extended-release liposome injection of morphine sulfate intended for single-dose administration by the epidural route, at the lumbar level, for the treatment of pain following major surgery. DepoDur (morphine sulfate xr liposome injection) is administered prior to surgery or after clamping the umbilical cord during cesarean section.

DepoDur (morphine sulfate xr liposome injection) is not intended for intrathecal, intravenous or intramuscular administration. Administration of DepoDur (morphine sulfate xr liposome injection) into the thoracic epidural space or higher ...

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What is DepoDur Prescribing Information?

Drug Description - Indications & Dosage - Side Effects & Drug Interactions - Warnings & Precautions - Contraindications - Medication Guide and More

What is Consumer information?

A concise overview of the drug for the patient or caregiver from First DataBank.

DepoDur Consumer Information: Uses

This medication is used to treat pain after major surgery. It acts on certain centers in the brain to give you pain relief. This drug is a long-acting narcotic pain reliever (opiate-type).

This medication is approved only for single epidural use. Giving it by any other routes may lead to serious breathing problems (e.g., very slow and shallow breathing).

HOW TO USE: This drug should be given only by a trained healthcare professional. It is given by injection into the epidural space of the spine with a needle or through a catheter at the lower bac...

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