Dextromoramide Tartrate
Dextromoramide Tartrate is a potent synthetic opioid analgesic used for the management of moderate to severe pain. It acts primarily on mu-opioid receptors in the central nervous system to produce analgesia and sedation. This medication is typically reserved for patients requiring strong opioid pain relief who have developed tolerance to other analgesics.
A potent synthetic opioid analgesic used for severe pain management in opioid-tolerant patients.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 104959
- Generic
- Dextromoramide Tartrate
- Class
- pin-variant
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Dextromoramide Tartrate is indicated for the treatment of moderate to severe pain, particularly when other less potent analgesics have proven inadequate. It may be used in post-operative pain, cancer pain, and other conditions requiring strong opioid analgesia.
As a synthetic opioid agonist, Dextromoramide binds primarily to mu-opioid receptors in the brain and spinal cord. This binding alters the perception of pain and produces analgesia through depression of the central nervous system, resulting in pain relief and sedation.
Dextromoramide carries significant risks including respiratory depression, physical dependence, and addiction potential. It should only be used under close medical supervision by clinicians experienced in opioid therapy. Patients should not consume alcohol while taking this medication. Dosage must be carefully individualized and gradually adjusted to avoid overdose.
Official drug label
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