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Tapentadol is a prescription medicine. Pain are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Tapentadol have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Tapentadol depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Tapentadol can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Tapentadol are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Tapentadol's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Tapentadol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Asthma, Liver Disease, Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Tapentadol since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Tapentadol have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Tapentadol have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Tapentadol is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Tapentadol 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Tapentadol safe for pregnant women?
Tapentadol can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Tapentadol, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Tapentadol safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Tapentadol may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Tapentadol should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Tapentadol on the Kidneys?
Tapentadol has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Tapentadol on the Liver?
Tapentadol may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Tapentadol on the Heart?
Side effects of Tapentadol rarely affect the heart.
Tapentadol 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 Tapentadol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tapentadol habit forming or addictive?
Yes, you can get addicted to Tapentadol. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Tapentadol you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Tapentadol should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Tapentadol for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Tapentadol
You can take Tapentadol with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tapentadol
Consuming Tapentadol with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Nucynta® (tapentadol)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1173-1175