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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?
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Opana Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage
OPANA (oxymorphone hydrochloride) is indicated for the relief of moderate to severe acute pain where the use of an opioid is appropriate.
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What is Patient information?
Easy-to-read and understand detailed drug information and pill images for the patient or caregiver from Cerner Multum.
Opana Patient Information: Side Effects
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:
- shallow breathing, slow heartbeat;
- seizure (convulsions);
- cold, clammy skin;
- confusion;
- severe weakness or dizziness; or
- feeling light-headed, fainting.
Less serious side effects are more likely to occur, such as:
- nausea, vomiting, constipation;/...
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What is Consumer information?
A concise overview of the drug for the patient or caregiver from First DataBank.
Opana Consumer Information: Uses
This medication is used to treat moderate-to-severe pain. It acts on certain centers in the brain to give you pain relief. This medication is a narcotic pain reliever (opiate-type).
HOW TO USE: Take this medication by mouth without food (1 hour before or 2 hours after eating), usually every 4 to 6 hours or as directed by your doctor. If you have nausea and take this drug with food, your body may absorb more of the drug and increase the risk of side effects. Consult your doctor or pharmacist about other ways to decrease nausea (e.g., antihistamines, ...
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