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Alternate Names:Buprenex (not available in Canada)
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What is Buprenex (not available in Canada) used for? |
Buprenex (not available in Canada) is used to treat or prevent moderate to severe pain.
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When should Buprenex (not available in Canada) not be taken?
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Do not use Buprenex (not available in Canada) if you are allergic to this or similar medicines like morphine or hydromorphone (such as MS Contin, Roxanol, Dilaudidor to any ingredient present in Buprenex (not available in Canada). |
What precautions should I follow when taking Buprenex (not available in Canada) ?
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Before using Buprenex (not available in Canada), tell your health care provider about any of the following: if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine if you are taking any herbal products, if you are taking blood thinners if you have stomach problems if you have peptic ulcers if you have any other medical condition like liver or kidney function impairment, heart ot lung problem |
What special warning(s) should I be aware of when taking Buprenex (not available in Canada)?
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Do not drive, operate machinery, or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how you react to Buprenex (not available in Canada). Using Buprenex (not available in Canada) alone, with other medicines, or with alcohol may lessen your ability to drive or to perform other potentially dangerous tasks. Caution should be used in the elderly since they may be more sensitive to the effects of this. |
What are the side effects of Buprenex (not available in Canada)?
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Most severe: Slowed breathing; slow or irregular heartbeat; severe or persistent weakness or fatigue; swelling of your throat or tongue; difficulty swallowing or breathing; or hoarseness.
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Most common: Drowsiness, dizziness, constipation, or nausea
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Other: Rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, or trouble breathing
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How should I take Buprenex (not available in Canada)?
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How much medicine you take and how often you take it depend on many factors, including the condition being treated and the age and weight of the patient. If you have any questions about the amount and/or frequency of Buprenex (not available in Canada) you are taking, talk with your health care provider. Do not stop taking Buprenex (not available in Canada) without checking with your health care provider. Patients with previous medical conditions should talk with their health care provider before taking Buprenex (not available in Canada). Do not take more medicine than prescribed unless advised to do so by your health care provider. Do not take any other over-the-counter or prescription medications without talking with your health care provider. If a dose is missed, take it as soon as possible. If several hours have passed or if it is nearing time for the next dose, do not double the dose to catch up, unless advised by your health care provider. If more than one dose is missed, contact your health care provider or pharmacist. Exceeding the recommended dose or taking Buprenex (not available in Canada) for longer than prescribed may be habit-forming. Before you have any medical or dental procedure, tell the doctor or dentist that you are taking Buprenex (not available in Canada). Avoid alcohol while you are using Buprenex (not available in Canada). Buprenex (not available in Canada) will add to the effects of alcohol and other depressants
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How should Buprenex (not available in Canada) be stored?
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Store Buprenex (not available in Canada) in a dry place at room temperature between 59° - 86°F. Keep out of reach of children and pets |
General Information:
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| If you have any questions about Buprenex (not available in Canada), please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider. Buprenex (not available in Canada) is only to be used by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not give it to others. This information is advisory only. It does not contain all information about Buprenex (not available in Canada). If you have any questions about Buprenex (not available in Canada), ask your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.
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