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| U.S. Brand
Names |
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| Mepergan® |

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| Generic
Available |
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No |

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| Synonyms |
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Promethazine and Meperidine |

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| Pharmacological Index |
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Analgesic, Combination (Narcotic) |

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| Use |
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Management of moderate to severe pain |

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| Pregnancy Risk
Factor |
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B/D (if used for prolonged periods or in high doses at
term) |

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| Usual Dosage |
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Adults:
I.M.: Inject 1-2 mL every 3-4 hours |

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| Dental Health: Local
Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor
Precautions |
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No information available to require special precautions |

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| Dental Health:
Effects on Dental Treatment |
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1% to 10% of patients experience dry mouth |

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| Patient
Information |
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See individual agents. Pregnancy/breast-feeding precautions: Inform
prescriber if you are or intend to be pregnant. Do not
breast-feed. |

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| Nursing
Implications |
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Monitor for CNS depression, seizures, respiratory depression, constipation,
urine retention; assist with ambulation |

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| Dosage Forms |
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Capsule: Meperidine hydrochloride 50 mg and promethazine hydrochloride 25 mg
Injection: Meperidine hydrochloride 25 mg and promethazine hydrochloride 25
per mL (2 mL, 10 mL) |

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