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Composition :

BUTORPHANOL-1MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

PARENTERAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Therapeutic Class

OPIOID ANALGESIC AND ANESTHESIA ADJUNCT

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Mercantile Chamber, 3rd Floor, 12, J.N. Heredia Marg, Ballard Estate, Mumbai – 400 001, India.
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FAQs

Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml contains 'Butorphanol', an opioid pain reliever that blocks the transmission of pain signals by acting on specific centres of the brain. Thus Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml reduces pain associated with various conditions like surgery pain, muscle pain, migraine headaches, arthritis pain and toothache.

Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml may cause your blood pressure to drop upon administration of nasal spray. This may lead to fainting, light-headedness and dizziness after its use in the first hour. To prevent this from happening, remain sitting or lying down after using Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml.

It is not recommended to suddenly stop taking Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml since it may produce withdrawal symptoms, especially when you used Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml for a longer time or in high doses. Please seek medical advice on how to stop taking Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml safely. Your doctor may lower your dose slowly to prevent withdrawal symptoms.

Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml can cause side effects like dizziness and drowsiness, hence it is advised to remain sitting or lying after taking Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml. You are also advised not to drive or operate machinery until you are mentally alert.

Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml may sometimes cause addiction despite its medical benefits. The risk of habit-forming or addiction is higher in people with a history of substance use disorder like overuse of drugs and alcohol. It is strictly recommended to use Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml in the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Do not double the dose.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption while taking Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml. Alcohol intake, along with Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml, may cause increased drowsiness and dizziness.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor before taking Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml if you are pregnant or planning to conceive.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml is excreted into the breast milk. Please consult your doctor before taking Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml if you are a nursing mother.

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Driving

Unsafe

Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml may make you feel dizzy and drowsy. Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience these side effects.

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Liver

Caution

Please consult your doctor since Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml should be used with caution in patients with liver impairment/liver disease.

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Kidney

Caution

Please consult your doctor since Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml should be used with caution in patients with kidney impairment/kidney disease.

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Children

Unsafe

Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml is not recommended in anyone below 18 years of age.

About Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml

Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml belongs to the class of 'narcotic analgesics' primarily used to treat moderate to severe pain post-surgery, muscle pain, and migraine-related headaches. Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml is also used as an anaesthesia adjunct during surgery and early labor. Pain is a symptom triggered by the nervous system, which causes uncomfortable sensations in the body. 

Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml contains 'Butorphanol' which works by blocking the transmission of pain signals located in the brain that controls pain, pleasure, and addictive behaviors. Butorphanol also acts as a pre-anaesthetic during surgery, antitussive (cough suppressant), and antiemetic (prevents vomiting) medication.

Use this medicine as prescribed by your doctor. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration based on the severity of your pain and response to treatment. Common side effects of Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml include headache, dizziness, sleepiness, vomiting, nausea, and constipation. These side effects are not familiar to everyone and vary individually. If you notice any side effects that are not manageable, please consult your doctor.

Inform your doctor beforehand if you have liver, kidney, or heart diseases, breathing problems, mood disorders, brain-related problems, gastrointestinal disorders, underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism), drug addiction, and urination problems before starting Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml. It is essential to let your doctor know if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or a breastfeeding mother. Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml causes dizziness and drowsiness, so do not drive or operate machinery until you are mentally alert. Avoid alcohol to further prevent the worsening of side effects. Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml is not recommended for people below 18 years of age.

Uses of Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml

Pain relief.

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Medicinal Benefits

Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml contains 'Butorphanol', an opioid analgesic that helps relieve moderate to severe pain post-surgery, muscle pain and migraine headaches. Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml is also used as a part of anaesthesia during surgery and early labor. It helps relieve pain in various conditions like toothache, rheumatoid arthritis, and osteoarthritis. It works by acting on the opioid receptors and blocking the transmission of pain signals.

Directions for Use

It will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Side Effects of Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml

  • Constipation 
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting 
  • Dizziness
  • Drowsiness
  • Headache

Drug Warnings

Inform your doctor if you have a history of liver, kidney or heart diseases, abdominal problems (gallbladder disease, pancreatitis), adrenal gland diseases (Addison's disease), brain disorders (fits, tumours, increased intracranial pressure), heart problems (irregular heartbeat, chest pain, a recent history of heart attack), high blood pressure and breathing problems (asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, sleep apnoea) before starting Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml. If you have any mood disorders (toxic psychosis), spine problems (kyphoscoliosis), gastrointestinal problems (diarrhoea, paralytic ileus), personal or a family history of a substance use disorder like overuse of or addiction to drugs or alcohol, urination problems (enlarged prostate or urethral stricture) and an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism), inform your doctor in advance before starting Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or a breastfeeding mother. Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml causes dizziness and drowsiness, so do not drive until you are mentally alert. Avoid alcohol to prevent the worsening of side effects further. Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml is not recommended for anyone below 18 years of age.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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ButorphanolHaloperidol
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ButorphanolArmodafinil
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ButorphanolHaloperidol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml:
Coadministration of Haloperidol with Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml can increase the risk of developing side effects like reduced heart rate, respiratory rate, or loss of consciousness.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Haloperidol with Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml can cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. If you notice any symptoms like dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty concentrating, impairment in judgment, reaction speed, and motor coordination, make sure to contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
ButorphanolArmodafinil
Severe
How does the drug interact with Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml:
Taking Armodafinil with Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml may reduce the blood levels of Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml, which may make the medication less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Armodafinil and Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. However, If you experience any of these symptoms like pain, watery eyes, runny nose, sneezing, yawning, sweating, fever, chills, restlessness, irritability, anxiety, depression, dilated pupils, trembling, fast heartbeat, twitching, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, weight loss, contact a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ButorphanolAprepitant
Severe
How does the drug interact with Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml:
Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml blood levels may rise if Aprepitant and Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml are used together.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Aprepitant with Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml could result in an interaction, it is safe to do so if advised by your doctor. Consult a doctor if you have sleepiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, difficulties concentrating, fainting, confusion, extreme drowsiness, slow heart rate, and/or shallow or difficult breathing. Do not discontinue any medications without talking to a doctor.
ButorphanolPentazocine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml:
Using Pentazocine and Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml together may increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Pentazocine and Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
ButorphanolQuetiapine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml:
Coadministration of quetiapine with Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml can increase the risk of side effects such as breathing problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Quetiapine with Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience dizziness, sleepiness, difficulties concentrating, and judgement impairment, contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
ButorphanolFosaprepitant
Severe
How does the drug interact with Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml:
Coadministration of Fosaprepitant with Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml can reduce the metabolism and increase the levels of Ivabradine in the body. This increases the risk or severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Fosaprepitant with Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you notice any of these symptoms like dizziness, confusion, faintness, tiredness, irregular heartbeat, trouble breathing, feeling lightheaded, trouble focusing, or having trouble breathing make sure to call a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
ButorphanolFosphenytoin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml:
Combining Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml with Fosphenytoin can increase the risk or severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Fosphenytoin with Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you're having symptoms like watery eyes, runny nose, sneezing, yawning, sweating, fever, chills, restlessness, irritability, anxiety, depression, dilated pupils, trembling, fast heartbeat, twitching, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, weight loss it's important to contact your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
ButorphanolFluconazole
Severe
How does the drug interact with Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml:
Co-administration of Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml with Fluconazole may increase the blood levels of Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml and may increase side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Fluconazole and Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. If you notice any symptoms like feeling tired, dizzy, or having trouble breathing, it's important to call a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
ButorphanolClonazepam
Severe
How does the drug interact with Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml:
Co-administration of Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml with Clonazepam can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Clonazepam and Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. If you notice any symptoms like feeling dizzy, having trouble breathing, or feeling very tired, make sure to call a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
ButorphanolAripiprazole
Severe
How does the drug interact with Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml:
Using Aripiprazole together with Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml can cause central nervous system depression (a physiological state that can result in a decreased rate of breathing, decreased heart rate, and loss of consciousness).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Aripiprazole with Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. It's important to keep an eye on your health and talk to a doctor about any concerns. They can recommend other options that won't cause any problems. If you notice any of these symptoms - trouble breathing, feeling too sleepy or dizzy, having trouble focusing - make sure to call a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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  • NALTREXONE

Habit Forming

Yes

Special Advise

  • Let your doctor know that you are taking Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml if you are undergoing any medical tests.
  • Monitor your blood pressure regularly since Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml may affect your blood pressure.
  • Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml may interfere with lab tests of amylase and lipase, hence inform your laboratory staff in advance that you are taking Butrum 1mg Injection 1ml.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Physical activity helps in strengthening muscles and relieves joint stiffness. Gentle exercises like 20-30minutes of walking or swimming would be helpful.
  • Performing yoga may also help in improving joint flexibility and pain management.
  • Maintain a healthy weight by performing regular low-strain exercises and eating healthy food.
  • Get adequate sleep as resting the muscles can help in reducing inflammation and swelling.
  • Follow heat or cold therapy, apply a cold or hot compress on the joints for 15-20minutes regularly.
  • De-stress yourself by meditating, reading books, taking a warm bubble bath or listen to soothing music.
  • Acupuncture, massage and physical therapy may also be helpful.
  • Eat food rich in antioxidants such as berries, spinach, kidney beans, dark chocolate, etc.
  • Foods containing flavonoids help in reducing inflammation. These include soy, berries, broccoli, grapes and green tea.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.

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