It is very important to know about what medicine is given by the doctor, for what condition, and when it needs to be taken in what dose. This information given by the doctor is called Prescription. The patients should be familiar with the medicine prescription, and the details about the medicine before purchasing it and using it. Some medications need not be prescribed by healthcare practitioners and can be purchased and used without prescription by the patients; these are called over-the-counter medications. Read the drug prescription information of Analgex before taking it.
What is Analgex
Analgex is a narcotic-like pain reliever. Analgex is used to Analgex moderate to severe pain. The extended-release form of this medicine is for around-the-clock treatment of pain. This form of Analgex is not for use on an as-needed basis for pain. Analgex may also be used for purposes not listed in Analgex guide.
Analgex side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Call your doctor at once if you have:
seizure ;
weak or shallow breathing;
high levels of serotonin in the body--agitation, hallucinations, fever, fast heart rate, overactive reflexes, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of coordination, fainting; or
severe skin reaction--fever, sore throat, swelling in your face or tongue, burning in your eyes, skin pain, followed by a red or purple skin rash that spreads (especially in the face or upper body) and causes blistering and peeling.
Common side effects may include:
headache, dizziness, drowsiness, tired feeling;
constipation, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain; or
feeling nervous or anxious.
itching, sweating, flushing (warmth, redness, or tingly feeling).
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. See also: Side effects (in more detail)
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Analgex dosing
Usual Adult Dose for Pain:
For mild to moderate severe chronic pain not requiring rapid onset of analgesic effect: Initial dose: 25 mg every morning Titration: increase in 25 mg increments as separate doses every 3 days to reach 100 mg per day taken as 25 mg 4 times per day. Then the total daily dose may be increased by 50 mg as tolerated every 3 days to reach 200 mg per day taken as 50 mg 4 times per day. Maintenance: After titration, Analgex 50 mg to 100 mg can be administered as needed for pain relief every 4 to 6 hours not to exceed 400 mg per day. For the management of moderate to moderately severe chronic pain in adults who require around-the-clock treatment of their pain for an extended period of time: Extended-Release Tablets: Initial Dose: 100 mg once daily and titrated up as necessary by 100 mg increments every five days to relief of pain and depending upon tolerability. Maximum Dose: Extended-release tablets should not be administered at a dose exceeding 300 mg per day. For patients in whom rapid onset of analgesic effect is required and for whom the benefits outweigh the risk of discontinuation due to adverse events associated with higher initial dose: Dose: 50 mg to 100 mg can be administered as needed for pain relief every 4 to 6 hours, not to exceed 400 mg per day. Analgex Extended-Release : Patients not currently treated with Analgex immediate-release: Initial dose: 100 mg once daily and titrated up as necessary by 100 mg increments every 5 days to relief of pain and individualized according to patient need and tolerability. Maximum dose: 300 mg per day Patients currently on Analgex IR: Calculate the 24-hour Analgex IR dose: Initial dose: Round down to the next lowest 100 mg increment. The dose may subsequently be individualized according to patient need and tolerability. Maximum dose: 300 mg per day Due to limitations in flexibility of dose selection with Analgex ER, some patients maintained on Analgex IR products may not be able to convert.
Usual Geriatric Dose for Pain:
For patients over 65 years: Dose selection should be cautious, usually starting at the low end of the dosing range, reflecting the greater frequency of decreased hepatic, renal, or cardiac function and of concomitant disease or other drug therapy. For patients over 75 years: Maximum dose of regular oral tablets: 300 mg per day in divided doses
Usual Pediatric Dose for Pain:
4 to 16 years: Immediate release formulations: 1 to 2 mg/kg/dose every 4 to 6 hours Maximum single dose: 100 mg Maximum total daily dose is the lesser of: 8 mg/kg/day or 400 mg/day 16 years and older: Initial dose: 50 to 100 mg every 4 to 6 hours Maximum dose: 400 mg/day Alternatively, for patients not requiring a rapid onset of effect, side effects may be decreased by initiating dosage at 25 mg/day and increasing by 25 mg every 3 days up to 25 mg 4 times a day. Dosage may then be increased by 50 mg every 3 days as tolerated to 50 mg 4 times a day. 16 years and older: Oral disintegrating tablet : Initial: 50 to 100 mg every 4 to 6 hours Maximum: 400 mg/day Alternatively, for patients not requiring a rapid onset of effect, side effects may be decreased by initiating dosage at 50 mg/day and increasing by 50 mg every 3 days up to 50 mg 4 times a day. Maximum: 400 mg/day 16 years and older: Extended-release formulations: Initial: 100 mg once daily Titrate by 100 mg increments every 2 to 3 days if needed for pain control Maximum: 300 mg/day
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Analgex - Frequently asked Questions
Can Analgex be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
How should I take Analgex?
Follow all directions on your prescription label. Analgex can slow or stop your breathing, especially when you start using this medicine or whenever your dose is changed. Never take Analgex in larger amounts, or for longer than prescribed. Tell your doctor if the medicine seems to stop working as well in relieving your pain.
Analgex may be habit-forming, even at regular doses. Never share this medicine with another person, especially someone with a history of drug abuse or addiction. MISUSE OF PAIN MEDICATION CAN CAUSE ADDICTION, OVERDOSE, OR DEATH, especially in a child or other person using the medicine without a prescription. Selling or giving away Analgex is against the law.
Stop taking all other around-the-clock narcotic pain medications when you start taking Analgex.
Analgex can be taken with or without food, but take it the same way each time.
Do not crush, break, or open an extended-release tablet or capsule (ConZip, Ryzolt, Analgex ER). Swallow it whole to avoid exposure to a potentially fatal dose.
Never crush or break a Analgex pill to inhale the powder or mix it into a liquid to inject the drug into your vein. This practice has resulted in death with the misuse of Analgex and similar prescription drugs.
To take Analgex orally disintegrating tablets (Rybix ODT):
Keep the tablet in its blister pack until you are ready to take it. Use dry hands to remove the tablet and place it in your mouth.
Do not swallow the tablet whole. Allow it to dissolve in your mouth without chewing. If desired, you may drink liquid to help swallow the dissolved tablet.
If you use the Analgex extended-release tablet, the tablet shell may pass into your stools (bowel movements). This is normal and does not mean that you are not receiving enough of the medicine.
Do not stop using Analgex suddenly, or you could have unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. Ask your doctor how to safely stop using Analgex.
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
Keep track of the amount of medicine used from each new bottle. Analgex is a drug of abuse and you should be aware if anyone is using your medicine improperly or without a prescription.
Who should not take Analgex?
You should not take Analgex if you are allergic to it, or if you have:
severe asthma or breathing problems;
a blockage in your stomach or intestines;
if you have recently used alcohol, sedatives, tranquilizers, or narcotic medications.
Seizures have occurred in some people taking Analgex. Talk with your doctor about your seizure risk, which may be higher if you have:
a history of head injury, epilepsy or other seizure disorder;
a history of drug or alcohol addiction;
a metabolic disorder; or
if you are also using certain medicines to Analgex migraine headaches, muscle spasms, depression, mental illness, or nausea and vomiting.
To make sure Analgex is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:
liver or kidney disease;
a stomach disorder; or
a history of drug abuse, alcohol addiction, mental illness, or suicide attempt.
Analgex is more likely to cause breathing problems in older adults and people who are severely ill, malnourished, or otherwise debilitated.
FDA pregnancy category C. It is not known whether Analgex will harm an unborn baby. Analgex may cause breathing problems, behavior changes, or life-threatening addiction and withdrawal symptoms in your newborn if you use the medication during pregnancy. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant.
Analgex can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. You should not breast-feed while you are taking Analgex.
Do not give this medication to anyone younger than 16 years old without the advice of a doctor. Analgex ER should not be given to anyone younger than 18 years old.
Analgex may contain phenylalanine. Talk to your doctor before using this form of Analgex if you have phenylketonuria.
What other drugs will affect Analgex?
Taking this medicine with other drugs that make you sleepy or slow your breathing can cause dangerous or life-threatening side effects. Ask your doctor before taking Analgex with a sleeping pill, narcotic pain medicine, muscle relaxer, or medicine for anxiety, depression, or seizures.
Many drugs can interact with Analgex, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible interactions are listed here. Tell each of your health care providers about all medicines you use now and any medicine you start or stop using.
Can Analgex be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Analgex be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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Reviews
Following the study conducted by gmedication.com on Analgex, the result is highlighted below. However, it must be clearly stated that the survey and result is based solely on the perception and impression of visitors and users of the website as well as consumers of Analgex. We, therefore, urge readers not to base their medical judgment strictly on the result of this study but on test/diagnosis duly conducted by a certified medical practitioners or physician.
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What is the specific doses you have used? Analgex May come in various doses. In most cases, antibiotics, antihypertensive, pain killers and anti-diabetic drugs available in different doses. Your doctor may prescribe any of the doses based on the severity of the patient's condition. According to our reports, users of gmedication.com used the drugs in the following dosage percentage (Provide dosage percentage). Only a handful of drugs are made in a single or fixed dose. Regular health conditions like fever have similar doses. For instance [acetaminophen, 500mg] was used by the patients surveyed although it comes in different doses.
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