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Side effect(s) of Pethidine


Review the side-effects of Pethidine as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

  Most Common
- Nausea, vomiting, constipation, drowsiness, dizziness, dry mouth and sweating.

  Central Nervous System
- Nervousness, headache, restlessness, uneasiness, fatigue, confusion, depression, hallucinations, tremors, muscle twitches, increased intracranial pressure and fits.

  Skin
- Rash and hives.

  Gastrointestinal
- Loss of appetite, stomach cramps, muscle spasm and spincture muscle dysfunction.

  Miscellaneous
- Weakness, decreased urination, difficulty in breathing and pain at injection site.

Other Precautions :

Avoid alcohol consumption while taking this medication.
Avoid excess dosage.

Drug Name : Pethidine

Pethidine(Pethiscot) generic is an opioid analgesic, prescribed for moderate to severe pain, for example labor pain, before and during a surgical operation. It changes the way the body senses pain.


Trade Names for Pethidine

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International :


Pethiscot
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