Oxymorphone hydrochloride
Drug Name(s): generic
Class: Analgesics
Type: Opioid
Used in the management of acute pain severe enough to require an opioid analgesic and for which alternative treatments are inadequate.
Dosage
Form(s): tablet
Begin treatment with one 10 to 20 mg every 4 to 6 hours. Your doctor may adjust dose based on your response.
Special Instructions
Do not increase the dose on your own or stop treatment abruptly unless told to do so by a doctor. Do not drive, operate machinery or perform other potentially dangerous activities until you know whether the medication will affect your ability to do them safely.
Potential Side Effects
Constipation; dizziness; drowsiness; dry mouth; headache; increased sweating; itching of skin; nausea; shortness of breath; vomiting; weakness
Be Aware
Opioids can slow breathing and suppress the cough reflex. Before taking an opioid, tell your doctor if you have a history of lung disease or breathing difficulties. Taking this drug with alcohol or certain other drugs — including benzodiazepines or other central nervous system (CNS) depressants — can increase the risk of dangerous side effects and death. Tell your doctor if you take antihistamines (allergy medications), tranquilizers, sleeping pills, muscle relaxants or other pain medication, or if you have a history of alcohol or drug abuse.
