Pethidine Information
Pethidine is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Pethidine depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Pethidine Benefits & Uses
Pethidine is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Pethidine Dosage & How to Take
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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Pethidine Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Pethidine is used -
Moderate
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
- Euphoria
- Confusion
Mild
- Nausea or vomiting
- Rash
- Flushing
- Agitation
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- Headache
Pethidine Related Warnings
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Is the use of Pethidine safe for pregnant women?
Pethidine can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Pethidine, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Moderate -
Is the use of Pethidine safe during breastfeeding?
Pethidine can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Pethidine on the Kidneys?
Pethidine may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Pethidine on the Liver?
Pethidine is rarely harmful for the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Pethidine on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Pethidine on the heart have been reported.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Pethidine with Other Drugs
Pethidine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Pethidine Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pethidine unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Asthma
- COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
- Heart Disease
- Kidney Disease
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Liver Disease
Frequently asked Questions about Pethidine
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Is this Pethidine habit forming or addictive?
Pethidine is not addictive in nature.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Pethidine can make you feel drowsy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Pethidine only as per medical advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Pethidine for mental disorders.
No
Pethidine Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Pethidine
You can take Pethidine with food.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Pethidine
Taking Pethidine with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Severe
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