Drug reference
oxymorphone
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Drug class
Musculoskeletal (Opioids)
Mechanism of action
Opioid agonist; inhibits ascending pain pathways, thus altering response to pain; produces analgesia, respiratory depression, and sedation
Common side effects
- Pruritus
- Vomiting
- Somnolence
- Headache
- Nausea
- Confusion
- Pyrexia
Contraindications
- Significant respiratory depression Acute or severe bronchial asthma in an unmonitored setting or in the absence of resuscitative equipment Known or suspected GI obstruction, including paralytic ileus Hypersensitivity Moderate-to-severe hepatic impairment
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is oxymorphone?
oxymorphone belongs to: Musculoskeletal.
How does oxymorphone work?
Opioid agonist; inhibits ascending pain pathways, thus altering response to pain; produces analgesia, respiratory depression, and sedation
What are the common side effects of oxymorphone?
Pruritus, Vomiting, Somnolence, Headache, Nausea, Confusion, Pyrexia
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