Buprigesic 5mg Transdermal Patch

Short Description

Buprigesic 5mg Transdermal Patch is used to treat moderate to severe pain and drug dependence/addiction to opioids.

Dosage Form

Transdermal Patch

Introduction

Your doctor will explain how to use Buprigesic 5mg Transdermal 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 constipation, dizziness, drowsiness, headache, and nausea.

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

constipation dizziness drowsiness headache nausea

Alcohol Warning

No interaction found/established

Breastfeeding Warning

Buprigesic 5mg Transdermal 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

Buprigesic 5mg Transdermal 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.

Buprigesic 5mg Transdermal Patch is a opioid partial agonist. It prevents withdrawal symptoms in patients who stop taking 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.

Buprigesic 5mg Transdermal Patch should be used as advised by the doctor. You should change the patch every 7 days and apply a new patch to a new site. Do not expose the patches to a heat source. Avoid drinking alcohol or taking other medicines that can cause drowsiness. It has a high potential for abuse, misuse, or addiction even at normal doses. Discontinue the medicine and inform your doctor if you experience difficulty breathing. Do not stop taking Buprigesic 5mg Transdermal Patch without talking to your doctor first as it may cause a worsening of symptoms.