Question 1

what are the side effects of demerol (meperidine hydrochloride) use, abuse?

Accepted Answer

Many: Opioids cause sedation, nausea, itchiness, constipation, respiratory depression, and death in large doses when not tolerant. Meperidine is unique in that its metabolite, normeperidine, can accumulate and cause neuroexcitation and seizures, especially in patients with kidney problems.

Question 2

what are the effects of narcan iv for overdose of demerol (meperidine hydrochloride) iv?

Accepted Answer

Various: Tachycardia, changes in blood pressure, nausea, vomiting.

Question 3

are there side effects of narcan use after an overdose of demerol (meperidine hydrochloride)?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: Most commonly an increase in pain particularly if that was the intended use of the demerol (meperidine hydrochloride).

Question 4

what are the side effects of narcan iv for an overdose of demerol (meperidine hydrochloride) iv?

Accepted Answer

Many: Side effects fromnaltrexone include interruptions of heart rythm, rapid heart rate, increase or decrease in blood pressuer; nausea and vomitting; sweating, and withdrawal symptoms if the person has been using the drug. (the brand Narcan (naloxone) has been discontinued in the us).

Question 5

can you tell me the side effects of narcan iv for overdose of demerol (meperidine hydrochloride) iv?

Accepted Answer

Narcan (naloxone): Possible: chest pain, fast or irregular heartbeats;
dry cough,  feeling short of breath;
sweating, severe nausea or vomiting;
headache, agitation, anxiety, confusion, ringing /ears;
seizure;
feeling like you might pass out; or
weak pulse, fainting, slow breathing (breathing may stop).
http://www.rxlist.com/narcan-side-effects-drug-center.htm.

Question 6

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 7

is percocet or demerol (meperidine hydrochloride) stronger?

Accepted Answer

Yes: This is not an easy conversion but most conversions show oxycodone to be much stronger.

Question 8

are extreme pain and numbness normal after a demerol (meperidine hydrochloride) shot?

Accepted Answer

Not typically: Where did you have the shot and where is your pain. Local pain at the site of the injection is not uncommon and should be self limiting. Where is your numbness. In the typical site of im injections it would be unlikely to hit a nerve and cause pain and numbness. If you got the injection intravenously, the IV insertion could cause localized pain and nerve trauma leading to pain and numbness.

Question 9

i am concerned for 6 years i have been on demerol (meperidine hydrochloride) for pain management., what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Talk to your doctor: If you are concerned about taking a narcotic for many years, discuss it with your physician who is prescribing it. Talk about the risks, benefits and alternatives.

Question 10

how long after taking demerol (meperidine hydrochloride) should i wait to take hydrocodone since the demerol (meperidine hydrochloride) is not helping pain at all?

Accepted Answer

See below: Always give meds an hour to work than treat accordingly.  Where did you get Demerol (meperidine hydrochloride) from.  I home you are only on prescribed meds.

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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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Is percocet or demerol (meperidine hydrochloride) stronger?

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Are extreme pain and numbness normal after a demerol (meperidine hydrochloride) shot?

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I am concerned for 6 years i have been on demerol (meperidine hydrochloride) for pain management., what should i do?

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How long after taking demerol (meperidine hydrochloride) should i wait to take hydrocodone since the demerol (meperidine hydrochloride) is not helping pain at all?

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