Tag: Opioid Analgesics and Antagonists

Brands Classes DEA Class; Rx Common Brand Names; Nubain Opioid Analgesics Description Parenteral opioid agonist/antagonistUsed for the management of pain severe enough to require an opioid analgesic and for which alternative treatments are inadequate, including preoperative, postoperative, and obstetrical analgesia, and as a supplement to balanced anesthesiaMay partially reverse or block opioid-induced respiratory depression from…

Brands Classes DEA Class; Rx Common Brand Names; Suboxone, Zubsolv, Bunavail, Cassipa Opioid Antagonists;  Analgesics, Opioid Partial Agonist Description Mixed opiate agonist-antagonist (buprenorphine) combined with naloxone (an opiate antagonist); naloxone is included as an abuse deterrentUsed for induction treatment in patients dependent on heroin or other short-acting opioids who are in opioid withdrawal; also used for…

Brands Classes DEA Class; Rx Common Brand Names; Stadol Opioid Analgesics;  Analgesics, Opioid Partial Agonist Description Semisynthetic mixed opiate agonist-antagonist; partial mu-receptor agonist with a ceiling to its pharmacological effectsImmediate-release parenteral form used for moderate to severe pain; transdermal and buccal forms used for continuous therapy for chronic severe painSublingual tablets, dermal implant, and extended-release…

Brands Classes DEA Class; Rx Common Brand Names; Buprenex Opioid Analgesics;  Analgesics, Opioid Partial Agonist buprenorphine transdermal (Rx) Brand and Other Names:Butrans Classes: Opioid Analgesics;  Analgesics, Opioid Partial Agonist buprenorphine buccal (Rx) Brand and Other Names:Belbuca Classes: Analgesics, Opioid Partial Agonist buprenorphine subdermal implant (Rx) Brand and Other Names:Probuphine Classes: Analgesics, Opioid Partial Agonist Description Semisynthetic mixed opiate agonist-antagonist; partial mu-receptor…

Brands Classes DEA Class; Rx Common Brand Names; Tuzistra XR, Tuxarin ER Antitussives, Narcotic Combos Description Oral sedating antihistamine and opiate agonist antitussive combinationUsed in adults for temporary relief from cough and other symptoms due to hay fever, upper respiratory allergies, or allergic rhinitisSafety and efficacy not established in pediatric patients under 18 years of…

Brands Classes DEA Class; Rx Common Brand Names; Mytussin AC, Tussi-Organidin NR, Cheratussin AC, Guiatuss AC, Iophen C-NR, Virtussin AC Antitussives, Narcotic Combos Description Codeine is an opiate agonist antitussive agent; guaifenesin is an expectorantUsed in combination to treat coughNot indicated in pediatric patients under 18 years of age; contraindicated for cough and cold in neonates,…

Brands Classes DEA Class; Rx Common Brand Names; Dihistine DH, Zodryl DAC Liquid, Ryna-C Antitussives, Narcotic Combos Description Codeine: Narcotic agonist analgesic with antitussive activity, mu receptor agonist Chlorpheniramine: Histamine H1-receptor antagonist Pseudoephedrine: Sympathomimetic; alpha adrenergic agonist Indications Indicated for Allergic Rhinitis, Cough, Sinus Congestion Contraindications Codeine Absolute: acute abdominal condition, diarrhea associated with toxins, pseudomembranous…

Brands Classes DEA Class; Rx Common Brand Names; Cheratussin DAC, Lortuss EX, Tricode GF, Virtussin DAC Antitussives, Narcotic Combos Description Codeine: Narcotic agonist analgesic with antitussive activity, mu receptor agonist Guaifenesin: Reduces viscosity of secretions by increasing amount of respiratory tract fluid Pseudoephedrine: Alpha adrenergic agonist Indications Temporary relief of nasal congestion and cough associated with…

Brands Classes DEA Class; Rx Common Brand Names; Novahistine DH Antitussives, Narcotic Combos Description Dihydrocodeine: Narcotic agonist analgesic with antitussive activity, mu receptor agonist Chlorpheniramine: Histamine H1-receptor antagonist Phenylephrine: Alpha-adrenergic stimulator with weak beta-adrenergic activity; produces systemic vasoconstriction of arteries and arterioles. Indications Indicated for the treatment of  Cough and Congestion Contraindications Codeine Hypersensitivity Acute…

Brands Classes DEA Class; Rx Common Brand Names;  Antitussives, Narcotic Combos Description Combination of an opiate agonist with antitussive activity (codeine) and a phenothiazine-structure antihistamine (promethazine)Used together to relieve cough and upper respiratory symptoms due to conditions such as the common coldNot indicated in pediatric patients under 18 years of age; contraindicated for cough and…

Brands Classes DEA Class; Rx Common Brand Names;  Antitussives;  Antitussives, Narcotic;  Opioid Analgesics Description Oral opioid agonistUsed for the treatment of mild to moderate pain, where treatment with an opioid is appropriate and for which alternative treatments are inadequateMetabolism is highly variable and unpredictable; use in patients younger than 12 years is contraindicated Indications Indicated…

Brands Classes DEA Class; Rx Common Brand Names; Prometh VC with Codeine Syrup Antitussives, Narcotic Combos Description Oral opioid antitussive (codeine), decongestant (phenylephrine), and phenothiazine-related antihistamine (promethazine) combinationUsed for the temporary relief of cough and upper respiratory symptoms associated with allergy or the common cold in adultsNot indicated in pediatric patients under 18 years of…

Brands Classes DEA Class; Rx Common Brand Names; Sufenta Opioid Analgesics;  Synthetic, Opioids Description May open K+ channels and inhibit Ca++ channels, causing an increase in pain threshold and alteration in pain perception. It also inhibits ascending pain pathways Indications Indicated for Anesthesia Contraindications Hypersensitivity to drug or excipients Adverse Effects Nausea Vomiting Constipation Sweating,…

Brands Classes DEA Class; Rx Common Brand Names; Ultiva Opioid Analgesics;  Synthetic, Opioids Description Opiate agonist for use during anesthesia with inhaled anesthetics and/or hypnotics; attenuates hemodynamic response to intubation and helps maintain cardiovascular stability during anesthesia; rapid onset, peak effect and ultra-short duration of action; metabolized by blood esterases; administration only by one trained…

Brands Classes DEA Class; Rx Common Brand Names; Opana Opioid Analgesics;  Description Semi-synthetic opiate agonistUsed for the relief of moderate to severe acute and chronic painAvailable in multiple formulations Indications Indicated for the treatment of severe pain. For the relief of anxiety in patients with dyspnea associated with pulmonary edema secondary to acute left ventricular…