Question 1

3 yr old needs pulpotomies & crowns. prone to allergies. which is safest w/ fewest risks or side effects- versed, hydroxyzine or demerol (meperidine hydrochloride)? thanks!

Accepted Answer

Anesthesiologist: Or experienced Pedodontist are the best to judge after examining the child, insufficient information and limited platform for assessment and decision making, good luck

Question 2

hi docs, my friend has severe night sweats; started after his surgery and reaction to demerol (meperidine hydrochloride) injection. need advice?

Accepted Answer

See Doctor: To discuss options and how to treat this side effect he is having.

Question 3

if i'm allergic to codeine and aspirin can i take demerol, (meperidine hydrochloride) dilada or morphine?
i was taking oxcotine with diphenhydramine hci 50mg
i can't afford the

Accepted Answer

Chronic Pain: Without knowing your history, given your age and the narcotics you mention I am very worried about a drug addiction.  This level of pain medication--usually reserved for cancer pain or short term post-operation pain.

There are very good pain clinics that can help you sort this out. Please get some professional advice from pain experts.

Question 4

if allergic to oxycodone, hydrocodone, morphine, codeine, & butrans & nucynta (tapentadol) do not work for pain, what alternatives are there? demerol? dillaudid?

Accepted Answer

May be : You are probably allergic to class of medications called narcotics and Demerol (meperidine hydrochloride) and Dilaudid are from the same family try non steroidal as Motrin advil or tram afoul ultramodern.

Question 5

what is demerol (meperidine hydrochloride)?

Accepted Answer

An opioid analgesic: demerol (meperidine hydrochloride) or meperidine is a opioid-based pain medication. Its action, risks and side effects are somehwat similar to morphine. It can be dangerous if used in combination of certain antidepressants (such as SSRIs or MAOs). UNlike other narcotics (opioids) it does not constrict pupils. It is often used to reduce shivering after anesthesia.

Question 6

what is the medicinal use of demerol (meperidine hydrochloride)?

Accepted Answer

Older pain med: People like demerol (meperidine hydrochloride). It's a fact. There's something about it that gives a better comfort to those suffering with pain.  Unfortunately, there is a toxic byproduct that keeps us from using it for chronic pain. Most ers have switched to Dilaudid and /or toradol.

Question 7

how long does it take for demerol (meperidine hydrochloride) to expire?

Accepted Answer

Demerol (meperidine hydrochloride) expire: Look on the bottle - there should be a date there.

Question 8

i need to know if taking 300mg of demerol (meperidine hydrochloride) oral is safe.

Accepted Answer

No: Demerol (meperidine hydrochloride) has been going out of favor as an oral pain medication for more than a decade.  It has more potential side effects and drug interactions than hydrocodone or oxycodone. It can lower your seizure threshold, becoming more dangerous if you have kidney problems.  Ask for a different pain reliever.

Question 9

is demerol (meperidine hydrochloride) 50mg a good pain managment drug? please advise!

Accepted Answer

It is a good: painkiller. Narcotic analgesics are the most efficacious agents available for relief of acute pain. Demerol (meperidine hydrochloride) is opioid and good painkiller. When pain is accompanied by inflammation, NSAIDs are more effective than opioids in managing pain. Ask your doctor for more information.

Question 10

is dilaudid stronger than demerol (meperidine hydrochloride)?

Accepted Answer

Both are potent drug: They are both potent drugs when given other than by an oral route.  When taken by mouth, Demerol (meperidine hydrochloride) is less potent.

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3 yr old needs pulpotomies & crowns. prone to allergies. which is safest w/ fewest risks or side effects- versed, hydroxyzine or demerol (meperidine hydrochloride)? thanks!

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Hi docs, my friend has severe night sweats; started after his surgery and reaction to demerol (meperidine hydrochloride) injection. need advice?

A member asked:

If i'm allergic to codeine and aspirin can i take demerol, (meperidine hydrochloride) dilada or morphine? i was taking oxcotine with diphenhydramine hci 50mg i can't afford the

A member asked:

If allergic to oxycodone, hydrocodone, morphine, codeine, & butrans & nucynta (tapentadol) do not work for pain, what alternatives are there? demerol? dillaudid?

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What is demerol (meperidine hydrochloride)?

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What is the medicinal use of demerol (meperidine hydrochloride)?

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How long does it take for demerol (meperidine hydrochloride) to expire?

A member asked:

I need to know if taking 300mg of demerol (meperidine hydrochloride) oral is safe.

A member asked:

Is demerol (meperidine hydrochloride) 50mg a good pain managment drug? please advise!

A member asked:

Is dilaudid stronger than demerol (meperidine hydrochloride)?

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