Butorphanol (Tartrate)
Overview
Categories
- 2 Analgesics, antipyretics, NSAIDs, antigout, and antirheumatics
Primary Characterstics
Indications
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Pharmacokinetics
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Contraindications
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Side Effects
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Dosage
Amyl Metacresol's dosage details are as follows:
| Dose
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Single Dose
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Frequency
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Route
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Instructions
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Adult Dosage
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| 1 to 4 mg | 2.5 (2.5) | 4 hourly | IM | |
| 1 mg/spray/nostril | 1 (1) | As recommended. | Intra Nasal Spray | 60-90 minutes if necessory.An initial dose of 2 mg may be given in severe pain but should not be repeated 3-9 hours. |
| 0 to 2 mg/spray/nostril | 1 (1) | 4 hourly | Intra Nasal Spray | In severe pain |
| 0.5 to 2 mg | 1.2 (1.25) | 4 hourly | IV | |
Paedriatic Dosage (20kg)
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| | | | Not Recommended in this Age Group |
Neonatal Dosage (3kg)
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| | | | Not recommended in this age group |
High Risk Groups
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Warning / Precautions
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Storage Conditions
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Interference in Pathology
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Brands / Trade Names of
Amyl Metacresol
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Manufacturers of
Butorphanol (Tartrate)
in Pakistan
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