How to Take Propoxyphene-N/Acetaminophen

Propoxyphene is a medication commonly used to alleviate pain. Propoxyphene is a member of the family of medications known as opioids. Propoxyphene is used to alleviate pain during operations, as well as before and after medical procedures. The following are vital steps you must follow if you plan to take Propoxyphene.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• prescription

1. Consult your physician about taking Propoxyphene. Propoxyphene is a prescription medication that should only be taken under the supervision of a qualified doctor. Do not take Propoxyphene if the medication has not been prescribed to you.

2. Ask your physician for a Propoxyphene prescription if you are in pain. Propoxyphene is classified as a narcotic analgesic which means it can be used to ease moderate to acute pain. Your doctor will know if Propoxyphene is the right medication to alleviate your pain or if another medication will work better in your situation.

3. Take Propoxyphene orally as prescribed by your physician. The usual prescription is 65 mg of Propoxyphene every 4 hours to reduce a patient's pain. The maximum daily dose of Propoxyphene is 390 mg. Do not exceed the daily dose of Propoxyphene.

4. Do not drink alcohol while you're taking Propoxyphene. Alcohol will severely increase the effects of Propoxyphene. Do not drive while taking Propoxyphene, especially if you’ve also consumed any amount of alcohol. Your ability to operate a vehicle will be greatly impaired while on this medication.

5. Keep Propoxyphene and any other medicine away from children. Taking any medication, especially a strong pain reliever like Propoxyphene by children could be lethal. Make sure you store Propoxyphene in a place that is out of the reach of children.

Tips & Warnings

• Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease, asthma, urinary retention, an enlarged prostate, hypothyroidism, seizures or epilepsy, gallbladder disease, a head injury or Addison’s disease before taking Propoxyphene.
• Propoxyphene is an opioid and is highly addictive.
• Take each dose of Propoxyphene with a full glass of water.
• Take Propoxyphene with a glass of milk or food if your stomach gets upset.
• Drink more water and eat more fiber to avoid constipation while taking Propoxyphene.
• Store Propoxyphene at room temperature and keep it dry.
• If you miss a dose take it as soon as you remember. Do not take a double dose.
• Side effects include an allergic reaction, seizures, cold, clammy skin, unconsciousness, weak breathing, severe weakness, dizziness, constipation, dry mouth, nausea, sweating, itching, muscle twitches, decreased urination and decreased sex drive.
• Do not take Propoxyphene while pregnant or nursing.
• Do not stop taking Propoxyphene suddenly or you may suffer withdrawal symptoms.
• Do not give Propoxyphene to anyone else.
• Propoxyphene should not be taken by children under twelve.
• If you are over sixty, use caution when taking Propoxyphene.
• Do not take Propoxyphene if you are depressed or are contemplating suicide.
• Do not take Propoxyphene if you are now or have recently taken Brompheniramine, diphenhydramine, chlorpheniramine, Teldrin, amitriptyline , and doxepin, fluoxetine, sertraline, paroxetine, amoxapine, clomipramine, desipramine, imipramine, nortriptyline, and protriptyline;, belladonna, clidinium, dicyclomine , hyoscyamine, ipratropium, propantheline , and scopolamine, chlorpromazine, fluphenazine, thioridazin, and prochlorperazine, phenobarbital, amobarbital, secobarbital, alprazolam, diazepam, lorazepam, flurazepa or temazepam. Serious side effects could occur.

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