This semi-synthetic opioid is prescribed in tablet form and may be sold under the brand name Opana. Because oxymorphone is such a powerful narcotic, even people who take the medication as prescribed can become physically dependent.
When a person is dependent on oxymorphone, their body requires the drug in order to perform daily functions. While oxymorphone can lead to addiction, abusing this drug can affect the body in other ways. Many people require the help of an addiction treatment program to overcome oxymorphone addiction.
At Vertava Health , we provide personalized treatment for people with opioid use disorders across the U. We can help you explore treatment options, find the right rehab center, and design a plan that meets your needs. When a person abuses oxymorphone, they may take large or frequent doses of the drug. This can lead to opioid tolerance, where the body needs increasing amounts of oxymorphone to get the same relief.
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Sign In or Create an Account. Sign In. Advanced Search. Search Menu. If someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such as passing out or trouble breathing, give them naloxone if available, then call If the person is awake and has no symptoms, call a poison control center right away. US residents can call their local poison control center at Canada residents can call a provincial poison control center. This medication has been prescribed for your current condition only.
Do not use it later for another condition unless your doctor directs you to do so. A different medication may be necessary in that case.
Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you should have naloxone available to treat opioid overdose. Teach your family or household members about the signs of an opioid overdose and how to treat it. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose.
Take your next dose at the regular time. Do not double the dose to catch up. Store at room temperature away from light and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medications away from children and pets. Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so.
Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. For more details, read the Medication Guide, or consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company. This information does not assure that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you.
This information is not individual medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about this product and your specific health needs. This copyrighted material has been downloaded from a licensed data provider. The above information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your health care professional.
You should consult your health care professional before taking any drug, changing your diet, or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment. We are unable to switch you to this area of care. Opana ER 15 mg tablet, crush resistant, extended release. View more photos. Tell your doctor if your pain does not get better or if it gets worse. In the US - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. Do not share this medication with others. Sharing it is against the law. Information last revised October Selling or giving away opioid medicine is against the law.
Always check your bottle to make sure you have received the correct pills same brand and type of medicine prescribed by your doctor. Ask the pharmacist if you have any questions about the medicine you receive at the pharmacy. Stop taking all other around-the-clock narcotic pain medications when you start taking oxymorphone.
Swallow the tablet whole to avoid exposure to a potentially fatal overdose. Do not crush, chew, break, or dissolve. Never crush or break an oxymorphone pill to inhale the powder or mix it into a liquid to inject the drug into your vein. This can cause in death. Do not stop using this medicine suddenly after long-term use , or you could have unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. Ask your doctor how to safely stop using oxymorphone. Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light.
Keep track of your medicine. You should be aware if anyone is using it improperly or without a prescription. Do not keep leftover opioid medication. Just one dose can cause death in someone using this medicine accidentally or improperly. Ask your pharmacist where to locate a drug take-back disposal program. If there is no take-back program, flush the unused medicine down the toilet. Since oxymorphone is used for pain, you are not likely to miss a dose.
Skip any missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. Do not use two doses at one time. Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at A oxymorphone overdose can be fatal, especially in a child or other person using the medicine without a prescription.
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