Talnex, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Pain. Talnex also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Talnex depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Talnex are Dizziness, Drowsiness, Nausea or vomiting. While these are the most often observed Talnex side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Talnex normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Talnex is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Talnex's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Talnex related warnings section.
Talnex is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Asthma as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Talnex contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Talnex have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Talnex is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Talnex is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Talnex is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Talnex safe for pregnant women?
Talnex can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Talnex right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Talnex safe during breastfeeding?
Talnex should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Talnex on the Kidneys?
Talnex has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Talnex on the Liver?
Side effects of Talnex rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Talnex on the Heart?
Talnex has very mild side effects on the heart.
Talnex should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Talnex unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Talnex habit forming or addictive?
You may get addicted to Talnex. Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Talnex, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Talnex can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Talnex is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Talnex is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Talnex
Taking Talnex with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Talnex
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Talnex as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Talnex cause low blood pressure (hypotension) in a few cases only. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of low blood pressure is unknown. If you are experiencing lightheadedness or blurry vision (symptoms of low blood pressure) after taking this drug then try to sit down and take rest for a while till it subsides.
No, Talnex should not be discontinued without doctors advice because sudden discontinuation of this drug can result in unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, Talnex is a pain-killer because it contains tramadol an analgesic (pain-killer). It is used to provides relief from moderate to severe pain.
Talnex contains tramadol which is an opioid analgesic (pain-killer). It is presumed that tramadol provides relief from pain by binding to certain receptors (mu-opioid receptors) in our brain and by preventing the reuptake of chemical messengers (neurotransmitters) serotonin and norepinephrine. In this way Talnex provides relief to the patient from moderate to severe pain.
No, Talnex does not affect kidneys. It has not been reported to cause kidney damage (nephrotoxicity). If you have improper kidney function, then your doctor might change the dosage of your medications.
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