Tapentadol may also be a prescribed opioid pain reliever used for short-term pain relief, although it is available as prolonged-release tablets. It works almost like other narcotics because it completely raises the threshold by preventing pain signals from binding to pain receptors in the nervous system.

Tapentadol 100mg has a lower risk of negative side effects than other opioid pain relievers such as morphine and oxycodone, although it still has a higher risk of psychological dependence. Tapentadol immediate-release tablets are initially prescribed at 50 mg every 4 to 6 hours if the pain persists, although a doctor may increase the dosage.

It is important to follow the directions while taking tapentadol to reduce the risk of drug addiction and dependence.

Side effects of tapentadol:

These effects, you may be experience after taking the tapentadol, so try to take this meds under the supervision of Doctor.

• Sleep
• Constipation
• Dizziness
• vomiting

Serious side effects of tapentadol are very rare.

Tell your doctor as soon as possible if the following side effect occurs after having the tapentadol:

• Worry
• Confusion
• Irregular heartbeat
• Severe muscle pain
• Shortness of breath
• Painful urination
• Rash or itching

Starting doses of Tapentadol:

50 to 100 mg orally every 4 to 6 hours as needed for painDay 1: If needed, a second dose can be given within one hour of the first dose Next dose: 50, 75 or 100 mg orally every 4 to 6 hours; Adjust the dosage to require adequate analgesic treatment with acceptable tolerance Maximum dosage: 700 mg on the first day; 600 mg / day for the next few days

What happens if I miss a dose?

Since tapentadol is used for pain, it is unlikely that I will miss a dose. Skip, the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. For the missed dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose, it might be the cause of danger. Do not take the prescribed dose at all within 24 hours.

What happens in the event of an overdose?

Get emergency medicine related help then, call the Poison Hotline on 1800 222 1222 Overdose is often fatal, especially when a child or person has used opioid medications without a prescription.

Symptoms of an overdose may include severe drowsiness, dilated pupils, breathing or shortness of breath. Your doctor may recommend that you receive naloxone (a medicine to reverse an opioid overdose) and keep it with you for as little time as possible.

A personal assistant will give you naloxone if you stop breathing or do not wake up. Your caregiver should always get emergency medical help and you will need to perform CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) hoping for help.

You can buy naloxone at a drugstore or department. . Local health care Confirm that your caregiver knows where you store naloxone and thank you for using it.