What is dihydrocodein?
dihydrocodein is a slight strength narcotic used as an analgesic. These drugs are available in several different forms and treats pain associated with a number of conditions and surgery. It affects opoid receptors to block pain signals. As a opiate, medicines carry the risk of addiction and are highly likely after a long course of treatment. This can also lead to a significant number of side effects and an indication against the counter. This medicine is not effective in the treatment of tooth pain and some studies have shown that dental tooth pain can actually worsen. Dihydrocodeine is often prescribed in the form of immediate release tablet, but is also available as a capsule with slow release and as intravenous infusion. There is also a vtablet combined with paracetamol. In the form with slow release, it is important not to disturb or break the pill, as this will cause the entire dose to the system at the same time, leading to a potentially life -threatening overdose.
Dihydrocodein is a member of a narcotic or opiate drug class. This means that medicines pass through the bloodstream until they reach the brain and spinal cord. At this point, dihydrocodein is connected to opoid receptors. This action blocks the signals of nerve receptors that indicate pain. The drug acts very quickly, especially when administered intravenously and serious to medium pain is significantly reduced.
Since it belongs to the opiate family, this medicine brings a significant risk of dependence, especially in long -term use. Regular use can also lead to the patient to create tolerance to TPPSAL dose, which means that the drug becomes less effective unless much greater dose is given. This increases the risk of dependence and the occurrence of side effects. Therefore, it is not recommended to take dihydrocodein longer than necessary. After the course of this drug is completed, it is very likely that there will be signs of opiate collection, especially if it isthe medicine stopped at once.
dihydrocodein can cause auditory and visual hallucinations, irrational thoughts, mood swings and sexual dysfunction. It can also cause tachycardia or bradycardia, sudden drop in blood pressure, water retention or reduced lung function. It should not be administered to patients with a history of substance abuse as the likelihood of dependence on this drug increases.
The drug is not recommended for those suffering from or with a history of respiratory problems as one of the more serious side effects of this IS reduced lung function, which may prove fatal. Patients with a history of intracranial pressure, kidneys and liver dysfunction or seizure disorders should not be treated with dihydrocodeine either because the drug may worsen current symptoms and cause other complications.