Buprigesic 0.3mg Injection is used to treat moderate to severe pain and opioid (morphine) dependence in patients who are also receiving medical, social, and psychological support. This medicine is not recommended for children below 16 years of age.

Buprigesic 0.3mg Injection is an opioid partial agonist-antagonists.

Uses of Buprigesic Injection

Moderate to severe pain
Opioid (Morphine) dependence

Benefits of Buprigesic Injection

In Moderate to severe pain

Buprigesic 0.3mg Injection helps to relieve moderate to severe pain in conditions that affect joints and muscles. It works by blocking chemical messengers in the brain that tell us we have pain. It can help relieve pain in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.
It is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered. The dose and duration will be decided by the doctor depending on the condition you are being treated for. This will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.

In Opioid (Morphine) dependence

Opioids are prescribed to treat pain. With prolonged use, the body may become dependent on them and cause withdrawal symptoms, which makes it difficult to stop taking them. Buprigesic 0.3mg Injection helps prevent these cravings that lead to opioid dependence and also helps the person to refrain from taking them repeatedly.

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Side effects of Buprigesic Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Buprigesic

Weakness
Anxiety
Nervousness
Dizziness
Drug withdrawal syndrome
Headache
Sleepiness
Diarrhea
Nausea
Vomiting
Abdominal pain

How to use Buprigesic Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Buprigesic Injection works

Buprigesic 0.3mg Injection is a opioid partial agonist that provides pain relief by acting on specific receptors in the brain that change how your body feels and responds to pain.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Buprigesic 0.3mg Injection.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Buprigesic 0.3mg Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Buprigesic 0.3mg Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Buprigesic 0.3mg Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Buprigesic 0.3mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Buprigesic 0.3mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Buprigesic 0.3mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Buprigesic 0.3mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Buprigesic 0.3mg Injection is not recommended in patients with serious liver disease.

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Quick tips

Buprigesic 0.3mg Injection is given as an injection by healthcare professionals only.
To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Buprigesic 0.3mg Injection can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
Avoid drinking alcohol or taking other medicines that can cause drowsiness.
Discontinue the medicine and inform your doctor if you experience difficulty breathing.
Do not stop taking Buprigesic 0.3mg Injection without talking to your doctor first as it may cause a worsening of symptoms.
Your doctor may get regular blood tests to check for liver function while taking this medicine.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Phenanthrenes Derivatives

Habit Forming

Yes

Therapeutic Class

NEURO CNS

Action Class

Opioids- Partial agonist

Patient concerns

Any pain tablet for cancer patent.

Dr. Sanjay Singh Rai

Medical Oncology and Hematology

Lot of medicines for cancer patients some are simple pain killers like ibuprofen, voveron, paracetamolOther strong pain killers are from opioid groups of medicines like morphine, Fentanyl These u can not buy or use without supervision of a doctor

M having acne problm from last 10years they r vry big in size with pus.I had used many medicine but none of use.my skin is excess oily .m attaching u d pic of my acne it might help u to understand kindly suggest medicine

Dr. Souvik Sardar

Dermatology

Plz visit a dermatologist for prescription of oral medication this is moderate to severe

Why do i have stomach ache frequently and its my 2 nd month of pragnancy specily in the left lower abdomen my all usg n blood reports are normal

Dr. Megha Gupta

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Hi PATIENT Lower abdomen pain and discomfort during pregnancy as the growing uterus puts pressure over the bladder. However if pain is moderate to severe then it could be due to an infection, please test for UTI to see for infection. Drink plenty of water and that should help. All the best.

FAQs

What is Buprigesic 0.3mg Injection used for?

Buprigesic 0.3mg Injection is used to relieve severe pain when other pain medicines did not work well enough or cannot be tolerated. This medicine is not used for minor pain or pain that only sometimes occurs. It should not be used to treat pain that you only have once in a while or "as needed". It is also used to treat opioid use disorder.

How is Buprigesic 0.3mg Injection given?

This medicine should be injected into the skin and never into a vein. Injecting Buprigesic 0.3mg Injection into a vein or muscle could result in damage to the skin or underlying tissues, as well as a blood clot that could be fatal.

How fast Buprigesic 0.3mg Injection start to work after IV (intravenous) administration?

The analgesic (pain-relieving) effect after IV administration usually occurs within 10-30 minutes and the peak effects occur within 60 minutes.

How long the analgesic effect of Buprigesic 0.3mg Injection lasts?

The analgesic effect of Buprigesic 0.3mg Injection usually lasts for an average of six hours but the duration may vary between individuals.

After administration of Buprigesic 0.3mg Injection, I can feel a small lump under your skin. Is this normal?

Yes, you may see or feel a small lump under your skin where the medicine was injected. This could last for several weeks but the lump might eventually get smaller. Avoid rubbing or massaging the lump, or wearing tight clothing over the area. Consult your doctor if it worries you.

When should I see my doctor?

The person caring for you should seek medical help immediately if you have slow breathing with long pauses, blue-colored lips, or if you are hard to wake up.

Can I take alcohol with Buprigesic 0.3mg Injection?

This medicine may cause sleepiness or dizziness and affect your ability to drive or operate machinery. Avoid alcohol and consult your doctor in case of any doubts.

I feel dizzy when I get up from a sitting position or when I walk down the stairs. Is it due to Buprigesic 0.3mg Injection?

This medicine may cause a severe lowering of blood pressure, or a sudden drop in blood pressure when going from sitting to standing, especially if you are taking medications for high blood pressure. Talk to your doctor who might change your dosage.

Can Buprigesic 0.3mg Injection cause addiction?

This medicine may be addictive and cause psychological dependence and withdrawal symptoms, particularly when used for long periods of time.

Can I use Buprigesic 0.3mg Injection during pregnancy?

If you use Buprigesic 0.3mg Injection while you are pregnant, your baby could become dependent on the medicine. This can cause life-threatening withdrawal symptoms in the baby after it is born. Babies born dependent on habit-forming medicine may need medical treatment for several weeks.

Can I use Buprigesic 0.3mg Injection while breastfeeding?

Buprigesic 0.3mg Injection can pass into breast milk and may cause drowsiness, and breathing problems in a breastfeeding baby. Ask your doctor in detail about all the risks.

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