Oxymorphone
What is oxymorphone?
Oxymorphone is in a class of drugs called narcotic analgesics. It relieves pain.
Oxymorphone is used to treat moderate-to-severe pain.
Oxymorphone may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
Important things you should know about oxymorphone
Oxymorphone will cause drowsiness and fatigue. Avoid alcohol, sleeping pills, antihistamines, sedatives, and tranquilizers except under the supervision of your doctor. These may also make you drowsy.
Never use more oxymorphone than is prescribed for you. If your pain is not being adequately treated, talk to your doctor.
Do not stop using oxymorphone suddenly if you have been using it continuously for more than 5 to 7 days. Stopping suddenly could cause withdrawal symptoms and make you very uncomfortable. Your doctor may want to gradually reduce your dose.
Oxymorphone is only available as a suppository and as an injection. The suppositories are for rectal use only.
Oxymorphone will also cause constipation. Drink plenty of water (six to eight full glasses a day) to lessen this side effect. Increasing the amount of fiber in your diet can also help to alleviate constipation.
How should I use oxymorphone?
Use oxymorphone exactly as directed by your doctor. Oxymorphone is available as suppositories and as an injection. The suppositories are for rectal use. Ask your nurse, doctor, or pharmacist for directions if you do not know how to use a suppository.
Never use more of this medication than is prescribed for you. Too much oxymorphone could be very harmful.
Do not stop using oxymorphone suddenly if you have been using it continuously for more than 5 to 7 days. Stopping suddenly could cause withdrawal symptoms and make you feel uncomfortable. Your doctor may want to gradually reduce your dose.
Increase the amount of fiber and water (six to eight full glasses daily) in your diet to prevent constipation.
Do not share this medication with anyone else.
Store oxymorphone suppositories in the refrigerator.
What should I avoid while using oxymorphone?
Avoid alcohol while using oxymorphone. Alcohol will greatly increase the drowsiness and dizziness caused by oxymorphone and could be dangerous.
Also avoid sleeping pills, tranquilizers, sedatives, and antihistamines except under the supervision of your doctor. These medications also may cause dangerous sedation.
Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardous activities. Oxymorphone may cause drowsiness. If you experience drowsiness, avoid these activities.
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