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Narcotic analgesics - oral
Simular Drugs : Roxanol, Roxanol 100, Roxanol T
Roxanol Usage: this pill is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
How to use Roxanol: To prevent upset stomach, take with food or milk. Pain drugs work best in preventing pain before this occurs. once pain becomes intense, the medication isn't as effective in relieving it. Take it as prescribed. don't increase your dose, take it more frequently or use it for a longer period of time without your doctor's approval. Also, if used for long period of time at high doses, do not suddenly stop taking this without 1st consulting youre healthcare professional. When used since extended periods, this medication may not work as well & may require different dosing. Consult you're pharmacist if tablet is not relieving pain sufficiently.
Roxanol side effects: can cause constipation, lightheadedness, dizziness, drowsiness, stomach upset, nausea, & flushing the 1-st some days as youre body adjusts to tablet. If these symptoms persist or become bothersome, inform some your healthcare professional. To minimize constipation, increase some your intake of fiber, drink plenty about water, and exercise. Stool softeners may be helpful. Ask your pharmacist or healthcare professional about stool softeners and laxatives. Notify your physician if you develop: irregular heartbeat, anxiety, tremors, seizures. in unlikely chapter you have an allergic reaction to it drug, seek healthcare professional attention immediately. Symptoms about an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact you're doctor or physician.
Roxanol Precautions: Tell your doctor if you are allergic to any other narcotic pain medicine or have had substance abuse problems. Use caution engaging in activities requiring alertness. Alcoholic beverages or other sedatives may add to effects of this drug causing dizziness or drowsiness. Ask your physician or physician about use of alcohol. Caution is advised when using this medication at elderly because they may be more sensitive to the effects of the medication. this medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss risks & benefits with your pharmacist. this drug is excreted in to breast milk and may affect infant. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Roxanol medication interactions: Tell your healthcare professional about all prescription & nonprescription drugs you may be using especially: MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, tranylcypromine), psychiatric drugs, tranquilizers, sleep drugs, zidovudine, rifampin, other narcotic pain relievers, barbiturates, cimetidine, anti-seizure drugs, antihistamines (e.g., diphenhydramine), alcohol. do not start or stop any medicine without physician or doctor approval.
Roxanol Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact some your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include slow or shallow breathing, slow heart rate, small pupils, severe drowsiness, or unconsciousness.
Roxanol special notes: do not share it medication with others. it is against the law.
If you missed Roxanol dose: If you miss dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if It's almost clock for next dose, instead, skip missed dose and resume some your usual dosing schedule. don't 'double-up' the dose to catch up.
Roxanol Storage: Store at room temperature away from light & moisture. do not store in the bathroom.
Active Ingredients : Narcotic Analgesics