Nabulex is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Nabulex is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
UNSAFE
Nabulex may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
CAUTION
Nabulex should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Nabulex may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Nabulex should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Nabulex may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Medicine Overview of Nabulex 20mg/2ml Injection
Introduction
Nabulex is a pain relieving medicine. It is used to treat moderate to severe pain. It is also used as a premedication before surgery. This medicine is generally used when alternative medicines are ineffective or inadequate.
Nabulex is generally admi...
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Uses of Nabulex
Moderate to severe pain
Side effects of Nabulex
Common
Headache
Dizziness
Sleepiness
Vomiting
Nausea
Constipation
How to use Nabulex
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Nabulex works
Nabulex is an opioid analgesic (pain reliever) which works by blocking transmission of pain signals to the brain to lower pain perception.
What if you forget to take Nabulex?
If you miss a dose of Nabulex, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Quick Tips
Use Nabulex as instructed by your doctor. Never take in greater amounts or more often than prescribed.
It causes sleepiness or drowsiness. If this happens to you, do not drive or use machinery.
Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Nabulex, as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness.
Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems.
Store opioid pain relievers in a safe place and out of reach of others.
Brief Description
Indication
Moderate to severe pain, Pain associated with MI, Balanced anaesthesia
Administration
IV Administration
Administer each 10 mg by IV push over 3-5 minutes
Adult Dose
Parenteral
Moderate to severe pain
Adult: IM/IV/SC: 10-20 mg 3-6 hrly as required.
Non-opioid-tolerant patients: Max single dose: 20 mg. Max daily...
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Child Dose
Pain
<1 year: Safety and efficacy not established
>1 year: 0.1-0.2 mg/kg IV/IM/SC q3-4hr PRN; individual dose not to exceed 20 mg; not to exceed 160 mg/day
Renal Dose
Renal impairment: Caution; dose reduction may be necessary; monitor
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Precaution
May impair ability to drive or operate machinery. Emotionally unstable patients or patients with history of opiate abuse; closely monitor these patien...
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