Propoxypain Capsule
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Propoxypain Capsule is a pain-relieving medicine. It effectively alleviates mild to moderate pain. It is generally used in combination with other medicines for treating pain. It also helps in suppressing the dry cough.
Propoxypain Capsule can be taken with or without food. In general, you should try to use the smallest amount necessary to control your symptoms, for the shortest possible time. You should take this medicine regularly while you need it. Try not to miss doses as this will make the medicine less effective.
Some common side effects of this medicine include drowsiness, lightheadedness, dizziness, sedation, shortness of breath, nausea, vomiting, and sweating. If any of these side effects do not go away or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms.
To make sure it is safe for you, before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions or disorders. You should also tell your doctor all the other medicines you are using or taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before using this medicine.
Uses of Propoxypain Capsule
- Moderate to severe pain
Benefits of Propoxypain Capsule
In Moderate to severe pain
Moderate to severe pain can disrupt daily activities and reduce overall comfort. Propoxypain Capsule helps relieve such pain, allowing individuals to feel more at ease and carry out routine tasks with improved comfort and quality of life.
Side effects of Propoxypain Capsule
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Propoxypain
- Shortness of breath
- Sleepiness
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Constipation
- Vomiting
- Headache
How to use Propoxypain Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Propoxypain Capsule may be taken with or without food.
How Propoxypain Capsule works
Propoxypain Capsule is an opioid analgesic (pain reliever) which works by blocking transmission of pain signals to the brain to lower pain perception.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Propoxypain Capsule
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Propoxypain Capsule during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Propoxypain Capsule may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
Even small doses of Propoxypain Capsule can cause infant sleepiness and decreased/altered brain function.
Even small doses of Propoxypain Capsule can cause infant sleepiness and decreased/altered brain function.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Propoxypain Capsule alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney
CAUTION
Propoxypain Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Use of Propoxypain Capsule is not recommended in patients with end stage kidney disease.
Use of Propoxypain Capsule is not recommended in patients with end stage kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Propoxypain Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
What if you forget to take Propoxypain Capsule?
If you miss a dose of Propoxypain Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.\n
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Use Propoxypain Capsule as instructed by your doctor. Never take in greater amounts or more often than prescribed.
- It causes sleepiness or drowsiness. If this happens to you, do not drive or use machinery.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Propoxypain Capsule, as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness.
- Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems.
- Store opioid pain relievers in a safe place and out of reach of others.
- Use Propoxypain Capsule as instructed by your doctor. Never take in greater amounts or more often than prescribed.
- It causes sleepiness or drowsiness. If this happens to you, do not drive or use machinery.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Propoxypain Capsule, as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness.
- Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems.
- Store opioid pain relievers in a safe place and out of reach of others.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Stilbenes
Habit Forming
Yes
Therapeutic Class
PAIN ANALGESICS
Action Class
Opioids
Interaction with drugs
Taking Propoxypain with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Do not consume Selegiline with Dextropropoxyphene. If essential, watch out for symptoms such as fever, tremors, diarrhea or agitation. Please consult your doctor.
Concomitant use
Do not consume Naltrexone with Dextropropoxyphene; watch out for symptoms such as breathlessness, increased heart rate, or headache. Naltrexone may reduce efficacy of Dextropropoxy
Watch out for symptoms such as tremors, fever, diarrhea or agitation and consult your doctor if you experience them. Your doctor may discontinue the medicines accordingly.
Concurr
Do not consume Moclobemide with Dextropropoxyphene.
Concomitant use of Dextropropoxyphene is not advised as Moclobemide may potentiate the effects of Dextropropoxyphene.
If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms of Alprazolam side effects such as drowsiness, excessive sedation, tiredness, dizziness or slurred speech and consult your do
FAQs
Is there anything I need to be careful about while on therapy with Propoxypain Capsule?
Propoxypain Capsule may cause drowsiness and dizziness, especially in the beginning of the treatment. Do not drive or work with tools or machinery if your alertness is affected. It is not advisable to drink alcohol during treatment with this medicine as it might increase sleepiness.
Is there anything I need to be careful about while on therapy with Propoxypain Capsule?
Propoxypain Capsule may cause drowsiness and dizziness, especially in the beginning of the treatment. Do not drive or work with tools or machinery if your alertness is affected. It is not advisable to drink alcohol during treatment with this medicine as it might increase sleepiness.
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- ScienceDirect. Dextropropoxyphene. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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