Question 1

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 2

what does meperidine feel like?

Accepted Answer

It is a narcotic: Like most narcotics, meperidine, aka demerol, (meperidine hydrochloride) can be addicting. Side effects include constipation, nausea, euphoria and many others. If you are in severe pain, it can be very helpful on a short term basis. If not, avoid it.

Question 3

why are meperidine and promethizine prescribed together is it okay to only take meperidine?

Accepted Answer

Pain killer causes n: Meperidin is a narcotic pain killer which can cause nausea and vomiting and Promethazine is an antiemetic which stops the feeling of nausea and vomiting
yes you can take meperidin alone if you can tolerate it.

Question 4

is meperidine an addictive opiate to use?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Meperidine, or demerol, (meperidine hydrochloride) is a very addictive opiate. The opiate also forms  a significant physiologic dependence in patients if used for extended periods.  Addiction is a biopsychosocial disease with a genetic predisposition.  Dependency is a physiologic dependence on a medication.  Demerol (meperidine hydrochloride) or Meperidine may cause both.

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

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

is it possible to be on mepergan fortis (meperidine and promethazine)?

Accepted Answer

Mepergan fortis: Meperidine is a narcotic painkiller and promethazine  is an anti-nausea medication.   Mepergan fortis can cause side effects that may impair your thinking or reactions. It also has many drug interactions and can't be mixed with alcohol. This medication is  very addictive and should be used only by the person it was prescribed for.

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What is demerol (meperidine hydrochloride)?

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

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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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Is it possible to be on mepergan fortis (meperidine and promethazine)?

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