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BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION belongs to a class of drugs called 'opioid analgesic' primarily used to treat opioid addiction (narcotics) like morphine, heroin, etc. In some cases, it is also used to treat, prevent and treat moderate to severe pain. Drug addiction, also called substance use disorder, is a disease that affects a person's brain and behaviour and leads to an inability to control the use of a legal or illegal drug or medication.
BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION contains 'Buprenorphine', an opioid partial agonist-antagonists that prevent withdrawal symptoms in patients who stop receiving opioid drugs by producing similar effects to these drugs. It has been approved for the treatment of narcotic-use disorders. A combination of buprenorphine and naloxone is prescribed for use in the treatment of opioid dependence. It also provides pain relief by acting on specific receptors in the brain and helps in relieving pain.
BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION will be administered by a trained healthcare professional. Hence, do not self-administer. This medicine may cause certain side effects such as dry mouth, vomiting, blurred vision, constipation, dizziness, tiredness and injection site reactions. Most of these side effects of BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION should be avoided if you are allergic to it. Do not use BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, as it may cause adverse effects on the baby. This medicine is not recommended for children below 18 years of age. BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION is a habit-forming drug, and there is a risk of dependence on BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION. Hence, do not stop receiving BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION without consulting a doctor as it may cause withdrawal symptoms like anxiety, increased heart rate, tremors or general unwell feeling. BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION may decrease fertility in men and women. Do not consume alcohol with BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION as it may increase the risk of side effects. Inform your doctor if you have respiratory disorders, heart diseases, high blood pressure, and liver or kidney disease before starting treatment with BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION.
BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION is used in the treatment of Opioid (drug) addiction and pain. The detailed uses of BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION are as follows:
The BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION contains Buprenorphine as a substitution (replacement) treatment in patients addicted to opioid drugs (heroin and morphine, etc.). It prevents or reduces the unpleasant withdrawal symptoms experienced when addicts stop using opioid drugs. It also provides pain relief by acting on specific receptors in the brain and helps in relieving pain. Compared to other opioid analgesics like methadone, BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION has the advantage of having less sedation (sleepiness), decreased respiratory depression, decreased risk of diversion, fewer withdrawal symptoms and lower risk of toxicity at higher doses.
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BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION may cause dizziness, drowsiness, blurred vision, or impaired thinking in some people. Alcohol consumption may even worsen these effects. Hence, do not consume alcohol while on treatment with this medicine.
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BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION is not recommended during pregnancy as it may cause life-threatening withdrawal symptoms in the newborn. Hence, inform your doctor before administering BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.
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It may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding as it passes into breastmilk and may cause sleepiness and decreased heart rate in your infant. It is not recommended for use in breastfeeding. Hence, if you are breastfeeding, inform your doctor before receiving BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION. Your doctor may suggest you stop feeding while on treatment with this medicine.
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BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION may cause dizziness, blurred vision or drowsiness in some people. It is an offence to drive if BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION affects you. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel drowsy, dizzy or experience vision problems after administration of BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION.
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If you have a pre-existing or a history of liver disease, inform your doctor before receiving BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.
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If you have a pre-existing or a history of kidney disease, inform your doctor before receiving BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.
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BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age as the safety and effectiveness have not been established.
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Please inform your doctor if you have a history of heart disease before using BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION. Your doctor will prescribe it only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
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Limited information available for use of BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION in elderly patients. Please consult your doctor.
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Please do not stop receiving BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION suddenly, as it may cause withdrawal symptoms. Avoid frequent or high doses as it may lead to addiction. If you are known to be allergic to BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Do not use BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, as it may cause adverse effects on the baby. BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION is not recommended for children below 18 years of age. Avoid consuming alcohol with BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION as it may increase the risk of side effects. Do not use this medicine if you have used an MAO inhibitor (antidepressants) in the past 14 days, as a dangerous drug interaction could occur. BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION should be used with extreme caution in patients who have a history of alcoholism or drug abuse. Inform your doctor if you have severe breathing problems, asthma, delirium tremens (confusion and shaking after stopping drinking alcohol), hallucinations (seeing and hearing things that are not there), kidney or liver problems, head injury or brain disease, low blood pressure, urinary disorders (especially linked to enlarged prostate), thyroid problems, adrenocortical disorder (Addison’s disease), depression or other conditions that are treated with antidepressants.
Drug-Drug Interaction: BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION may have interaction with benzodiazepines (diazepam, temazepam ), pain killers (pentazocine, nalbuphine, codeine, morphine), anti-depressants (citalopram, escitalopram, fluoxetine, fluvoxamine, paroxetine, sertraline, duloxetine, venlafaxine, amitriptyline), antihistamine (promethazine, chlorphenamine), blood thinners (warfarin), anti-anxiety drugs (alprazolam), fits related medicines (carbamazepine), medicines used to prevent nausea (ondansetron), antifungal drugs (ketoconazole), antibiotic (ciprofloxacin, erythromycin), anticancer drugs (ceritinib, lapatinib), immunosuppressants (fingolimod), antipsychotics (droperidol), and HIV/AIDS drugs (saquinavir).
Drug-Food Interaction: BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION may interact with grapefruit juice. Therefore, avoid grapefruit juice intake with BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION as it may increase BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION levels in the body. Also, avoid St. John's wort (antidepressants plant), and alcohol consumption while receiving BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION as it may increase the risk of adverse effects such as drowsiness, dizziness and difficulty concentrating.
Drug-Disease Interaction: People with asthma or any other breathing problems, kidney problems, liver problems, head injury or brain disease, low blood pressure, urinary disorders (especially linked to enlarged prostate), thyroid problems, adrenocortical disorder (Addison’s disease), depression should consult a doctor before receiving BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION.
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BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION is used to treat opioid addiction.
BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION consists of Buprenorphine is an opioid partial agonist. It prevents withdrawal symptoms in patients who stop receiving opioid drugs by producing similar effects to these drugs. It also provides pain relief by acting on specific receptors in the brain that change how your body feels and responds to pain.
Yes, BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION may cause withdrawal symptoms such as sweating, feeling hot and cold, runny eyes and nose, feeling or being sick, diarrhoea, stomach cramps, poor sleep, and just feeling awful. Therefore, if you experience any difficulty while receiving BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION, do not stop administration suddenly and consult your doctor so that the dose may be reduced gradually to avoid withdrawal symptoms.
Chronic use of opioids may cause reduced fertility (ability to have children) in females and males of reproductive potential. It is not known whether these effects on fertility are reversible. However, it is essential to talk to your doctor before starting treatment with BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION if you think you may want to have a baby in the future.
No, you are not recommended to use BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION with antidepressants (medicines used to treat depression), and antipsychotics (medicines used to treat bipolar disorder and psychosis) as co-administration of these medicines with BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION may cause life-threatening respiratory depression and death have occurred. However, please consult a doctor before receiving BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION with other medicines.
Yes, BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION may cause addiction, especially if used for a prolonged time. Therefore, BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION should be given only for a short duration under strict medical supervision, particularly to patients susceptible to drug abuse. BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION should be administered only as advised by a doctor as overuse, or misuse of BUPRIGESIC 0.6MG INJECTION can lead to overdose or death.
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