Pentazocine is used to treat pain of moderate and severe intensity.
What is Pentazocine?
Pentazocine is an analgesic narcotic. It works by changing the way the brain and nervous system respond to pain.
How should Pentazocine be taken?
Unless otherwise prescribed by the doctor, Pentazocine should be taken as needed once every 3-4 hours.
Side effects associated with Pentazocine
Possible side effects of Pentazocine include the following:
- Confusion
- Severe tiredness
- Dizziness
- Feeling faint or lightheaded
- Drowsiness
- Mood swings
- Headache
- Pain or other discomfort in the stomach
- Vomiting
- Constipation
- Rash
- Difficulty passing urine
You should immediately contact a doctor if the drug triggers:
- Difficulty breathing
- Rapid heartbeat
- Fainting
- Hallucinations
Contraindications and warnings associated with the use of Pentazocine
Pentazocine can create dependence. For this reason, when you take this drug, you must strictly adhere to the doctor instructions and the instructions on the package. Pentazocine can also affect the ability to drive and operate hazardous machinery. This side effect can be aggravated by alcohol.
Before you start taking this medicine, it is important to inform your doctor:
- If you are allergic to the active substance, its excipients or any other medication (in particular naloxone)
- If you are taking any medicinal products, herbal supplements or sedatives. Mentioning in particular: other painkillers, antidepressants (particularly fluoxetine), cold medications, cough or allergy medications, sleeping pills and tranquilizers
- If you suffer (or have suffered) from kidney or liver disease, thyroid problems, heart conditions or conditions associated with seizures, prostatic hypertrophy, biliary or urinary disorders
- If you have a history of alcoholism
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding
It is important to inform surgeons and dentists of an ongoing treatment with Pentazocine.
