Piritramide Injection is used in the treatment of severe pain.
Piritramide Injection is a synthetic opioid analgesic used for the treatment of severe pain. Here are some important details:
Indications:
Severe to Strongest Pain: Piritramide is effective in managing severe pain.
Dosage Recommendations:
Intramuscular or Subcutaneous Use: A single dose of 15-30 mg is recommended.
**Intravenous Administration (Rapid Effect)****: Slow intravenous administration (10 mg per minute) is recommended, with single doses ranging from 7.5-22.5 mg.
Special Patient Groups:
In elderly patients, those with impaired liver function, and patients in poor general health, the dose should be reduced.
For pediatric use:
Intramuscular or Subcutaneous Use: A single dose of 0.05-0.2 mg per kg body weight is recommended.
Intravenous Administration (Rapid Effect): A single dose for children is 0.05-0.1 mg per kg body weight.
Method of Administration:
Piritramide can be used for single and repeated intramuscular, subcutaneous, and intravenous administration.
Single doses can usually be repeated after 6-8 hours if the effect is fading.
For dilution instructions before administration, refer to Section 6.6.
Piritramide is for single use only; any unused solution from opened ampoules should be discarded.
Overdose:
Symptoms include miosis (pupil constriction) and respiratory depression.
Treatment involves opioid antagonists (e.g., naloxone) and resuscitation measures.
Shelf Life:
Unopened ampoules have a shelf life of 3 years.
Piritramide should be used immediately after first opening1.
Remember to consult your healthcare provider for personalized advice and dosing instructions. If you have any specific questions or need further information, feel free to ask! 😊