What is OXYMORPHONE ER?
Oxymorphone (OPANA® ER Tablets is a prescription medication used to treat moderate to severe pain. Read More here
The safety, tolerability, and effectiveness of oxymorphone was evaluated in a 52-week open-label extension study of 153 patients with moderate to severe osteoarthritis pain. The median daily dose was oxymorphone ER 40 mg. Sixty-one (40%) patients completed the study; however, half of the patients who discontinued from the study were opioid-naïve patients from the placebo group who participated in the previous controlled study. The most common adverse events cited by patients who withdrew were nausea (14%), vomiting (11%), constipation (5.9%), and dizziness (5.9%). At least 80% of patients rated the global satisfaction survey with oxymorphone ER as excellent, very good, or good at each assessment.
oxymorphone ER as excellent, very good for low back pain, osteoarthritis,
How does OXYMORPHONE ER work?
Oxymorphone (OPANA® Tablets is an opioid medication, which means it works by binding to opioid receptors in the body and brain to decrease the perception of pain. It also has effects on other body systems, including the respiratory and cardiovascular systems, which can lead to some of the potential side effects of the drug.
What are the potential side effects of OXYMORPHONE ER?
Some common side effects of Opana ER may include: nausea, vomiting, constipation, dizziness, drowsiness, and dry mouth. Less common side effects may include: hallucinations, confusion, agitation, mood changes, and difficulty urinating.
Oxymorphone (OPANA® Tablets can also cause serious side effects, including respiratory depression, which can be life-threatening. Other serious side effects may include: low blood pressure, which can cause fainting or falls; addiction, abuse, and misuse; and overdose, which can be fatal.
Who should not take OXYMORPHONE ER?
Opana ER is not for everyone. It should not be used by people who are allergic to oxymorphone or any of the other ingredients in the medication. It should also be used with caution in people who have liver or kidney problems, or who have a history of substance abuse or addiction.
How should OXYMORPHONE be taken?
OXYMORPHONE 40mg should be taken exactly as prescribed by a healthcare provider. It should not be taken more often or in larger amounts than directed. It should be taken with food to help reduce the risk of stomach upset. If a dose is missed, it should be taken as soon as possible, unless it is almost time for the next dose. In that case, the missed dose should be skipped and the next dose should be taken at the regular time.
What should be avoided while taking OXYMORPHONE ER?
OXYMORPHONE can cause drowsiness and impair mental and physical abilities, so it is important to avoid activities that require mental alertness, such as driving or operating heavy machinery, until the effects of the drug are known. Alcohol and other CNS depressants can increase the sedative effects of Opana ER, so they should be avoided while taking the medication.
OXYMORPHONE ER is used for osteoarthritis
