Fortwin 1ml Injection
Manufacturer
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Salt Composition
Pentazocine (30mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Fortwin 1ml Injection is a pain-relieving medicine used to manage persistent, moderate to severe chronic pain that requires continuous, around-the-clock treatment for an extended period of time.
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Fortwin 1ml Injection is generally administered by a healthcare professional. You should not self-administer this medicine at home. The dose and duration will depend on what you are taking it for and how well it helps your symptoms. The most common side effects of this medicine include injection site reactions, headache, drowsiness, fatigue, vomiting, constipation, dry mouth, and sweating. If any of these side effects persist or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms. Before using it, you should let your doctor know if you have problems with your heart, liver, or kidneys. Let your doctor also know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect or be affected by this medicine. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is important to ask the advice of your doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may also regularly monitor your kidney function, liver function, and levels of blood components if you are taking this medicine for long-term treatment.
Directions for Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How it works
Fortwin 1ml Injection is an opioid analgesic (pain reliever) which works by blocking transmission of pain signals to the brain to lower pain perception.
Quick Tips
Use Fortwin 1ml Injection as instructed by your doctor. Never take in greater amounts or more often than prescribed. It causes sleepiness or drowsiness. If this happens to you, do not drive or use machinery. Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Fortwin 1ml Injection as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness. Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems. Store opioid pain relievers in a safe place and out of reach of others.
