Bupregesic 20mg Patch

Short Description

Bupregesic 20mg Patch is a type of opioid medicine used to treat opioid dependence in patients who are also receiving medical, social, and psychological support.

Dosage Form

Patch

Introduction

Your doctor will explain how to use Bupregesic 20mg Patch. Follow the instructions carefully to get the most benefit. The dose and duration will depend on what you are using it for and how well it helps your symptoms. Use it regularly and do not discontinue using it until the doctor tells you it is alright to stop. The most common side effects of this medicine include weakness, anxiety, nervousness, dizziness, drowsiness, and headache. You may have side effects more often when you start your treatment or when your dose is increased. Usually, the side effects will slowly go away as your body gets used to it. If they are severe or do not go away, you should remove your patch and contact your doctor. Before using the medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have any other illnesses or disorders. It may also affect or be affected by some other drugs you are using so let your doctor know what these are to be safe. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors first before using the medicine.

Use this medicine in dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label before use. Make sure the skin is clean and dry. Remove the protective liner of the patch. Do not touch the sticky side. With sticky side down, place the patch evenly onto the skin.

Side Effects

No common side effects listed.

Alcohol Warning

No interaction found/established

Breastfeeding Warning

Bupregesic 20mg Patch is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Pregnancy Warning

Bupregesic 20mg Patch may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Bupregesic 20mg Patch is an opioid partial agonist which is absorbed through the skin into the bloodstream. Once absorbed, it provides pain relief by acting on specific receptors in the brain that change how your body feels and responds to pain.

Take it at the same time every day to help you remember to take it. Rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Bupregesic 20mg Patch can cause dizziness and sleepiness. Avoid drinking alcohol or taking other medicines that can cause drowsiness. Discontinue the medicine and inform your doctor if you experience difficulty breathing. Do not stop taking Bupregesic 20mg Patch without talking to your doctor first as it may cause a worsening of symptoms. Your doctor may get regular blood tests to check for liver function while taking this medicine.