Tapidol – 50

Tapentadol hydrochloride is a centrally acting oral analgesic works directly on opioid receptors in the central nervous system and reduces feelings of pain by interrupting the way nerves signal pain between the brain and the body.

Take tapentadol exactly as directed. Do not take more of it, take it more often, or take it in a different way than directed by your doctor.

Uses of  Tapentadol Hydrochloride Tablets

This medicine is used to treat moderate to severe acute pain.

Possible Side Effects

It can have side effects including life-threatening or fatal breathing difficulties

• Drowsiness
• Headache
• Nausea 

Directions For Use

• Swallow it whole to avoid exposure to a potentially fatal dose.
• Do not crush, break, or open an extended-release tablet.

Safety Precautions for Tapentadol Hydrochloride Tablets

• Do not use tapentadol if you have used an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days.
• It should not be used if you have severe breathing problems.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Is it an opioid?

Yes, this combination of medicine is in a class of medications called opiate analgesics.

Is Tapentadol Hydrochloride Tablet good for back pain?

It acts on both the nociceptive and neuropathic components of pain, and it can be therefore effective in the treatment of back pain.

Does this tablet cause weight loss?

Serious side effects are confusion, stomach or abdominal pain, trouble urinating, loss of appetite, unusual tiredness, and weight loss.