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Temgesic Sublingual
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SPL Unclassified section and Caution
Temgesic Sublingual
(buprenorphine injection)
1.8 mg/mL
For subcutaneous use in cats
Opioid Analgesic
CAUTION:
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.
Human Safety Warning
HUMAN SAFETY WARNING
Abuse Potential
Temgesic Sublingual contains Temgesic Sublingual (1.8 mg/mL), an opioid agonist and Schedule III controlled substance with an abuse potential similar to other Schedule III opioids. Temgesic Sublingual has certain opioid properties that in humans may lead to dependence of the morphine type. Abuse of Temgesic Sublingual may lead to physical dependence or psychological dependence. The risk of abuse by humans should be considered when storing, administering, and disposing of Temgesic Sublingual. Persons at increased risk for opioid abuse include those with a personal or family history of substance abuse (including drug or alcohol abuse or addiction) or mental illness (suicidal depression).
Life-Threatening Respiratory Depression Respiratory depression, including fatal cases, may occur with abuse of Temgesic Sublingual.
Additive CNS Depressant Effects
Temgesic Sublingual has additive CNS depressant effects when used with alcohol, other opioids, or illicit drugs that cause central nervous system depression.
Accidental Exposure
Because of the potential for adverse reactions associated with accidental injection, Temgesic Sublingual should only be administered by veterinarians or veterinary technicians who are trained in the handling of potent opioids.
DESCRIPTION:
Temgesic Sublingual is a clear, colorless to slightly yellow, sterile, injectable solution intended for subcutaneous administration for use in cats. Each milliliter of Temgesic Sublingual contains 1.8 mg Temgesic Sublingual (equivalent to 1.94 mg Temgesic Sublingual hydrochloride), 50 mg anhydrous dextrose, 1.8 mg methylparaben, 0.2 mg propylparaben, 0.2 mg sodium acetate trihydrate, 0.5 mg glacial acetic acid, 100.0 mg anhydrous ethanol, water for injection, and hydrochloric acid and/or sodium hydroxide to adjust pH. Temgesic Sublingual belongs to the opioid class of drugs and is a narcotic under the Controlled Substances Act due to its chemical derivation from thebaine. Temgesic Sublingual hydrochloride is a weakly acidic, white or off-white crystalline powder with limited solubility in water. Chemically, it is 17-(cyclopropylmethyl)- α-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-4, 5-epoxy-18,19-dihydro-3-hydroxy-6-methoxy-α-methyl-6, 14-ethenomorphinan-7-methanol, hydrochloride [5α, 7α(S)]. Temgesic Sublingual hydrochloride has the molecular formula of C29H41NO4-HCl, the molecular weight of 504.09, and the following structural formula:
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References
- Dailymed."ANIMALGESICS FOR MICE AND RATS (BUPRENORPHINE HYDROCHLORIDE) INJECTION, SUSPENSION, EXTENDED RELEASE [ANIMALGESIC LABORATORIES, INC.]". https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailym... (accessed August 28, 2018).
- Dailymed."BUPRENORPHINE: DailyMed provides trustworthy information about marketed drugs in the United States. DailyMed is the official provider of FDA label information (package inserts).". https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailym... (accessed August 28, 2018).
- "buprenorphine". https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/co... (accessed August 28, 2018).
Frequently asked Questions
Can i drive or operate heavy machine after consuming Temgesic Sublingual?Depending on the reaction of the Temgesic Sublingual after taken, if you are feeling dizziness, drowsiness or any weakness as a reaction on your body, Then consider Temgesic Sublingual not safe to drive or operate heavy machine after consumption. Meaning that, do not drive or operate heavy duty machines after taking the capsule if the capsule has a strange reaction on your body like dizziness, drowsiness. As prescribed by a pharmacist, it is dangerous to take alcohol while taking medicines as it exposed patients to drowsiness and health risk. Please take note of such effect most especially when taking Primosa capsule. It's advisable to consult your doctor on time for a proper recommendation and medical consultations.
Is Temgesic Sublingual addictive or habit forming?Medicines are not designed with the mind of creating an addiction or abuse on the health of the users. Addictive Medicine is categorically called Controlled substances by the government. For instance, Schedule H or X in India and schedule II-V in the US are controlled substances.
Please consult the medicine instruction manual on how to use and ensure it is not a controlled substance.In conclusion, self medication is a killer to your health. Consult your doctor for a proper prescription, recommendation, and guidiance.
Review
sdrugs.com conducted a study on Temgesic Sublingual, and the result of the survey is set out below. It is noteworthy that the product of the survey is based on the perception and impressions of the visitors of the website as well as the views of Temgesic Sublingual consumers. We, as a result of this, advice that you do not base your therapeutic or medical decisions on this result, but rather consult your certified medical experts for their recommendations.Visitor reports
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How often in a day do you take the medicine?Are you taking the Temgesic Sublingual drug as prescribed by the doctor?
Few medications can be taken Twice in a day more than prescribed when the doctor's advice mentions the medicine can be taken according to frequency or severity of symptoms. Most times, be very careful and clear about the number of times you are taking the medication. The report of sdrugs.com website users about the frequency of taking the drug Temgesic Sublingual is mentioned below.
| Visitors | % | ||
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| Twice in a day | 1 | 100.0% | |
One visitor reported doses
What is the dose of Temgesic Sublingual drug you are taking?According to the survey conducted among sdrugs.com website users, the maximum number of people are using the following dose 101-200mg. Few medications come in only one or two doses. Few are specific for adult dose and child dose. The dose of the medicine given to the patient depends on the severity of the symptom/disease. There can be dose adjustments made by the doctor, based on the progression of the disease. Follow-up is important.
| Visitors | % | ||
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| 101-200mg | 1 | 100.0% | |
One visitor reported time for results
What is the time duration Temgesic Sublingual drug must be taken for it to be effective or for it to reduce the symptoms?Most chronic conditions need at least some time so the dose and the drug action gets adjusted to the body to get the desired effect. The stastistics say sdrugs.com website users needed 2 weeks to notice the result from using Temgesic Sublingual drug. The time needed to show improvement in health condition after using the medicine Temgesic Sublingual need not be same for all the users. It varies based on other factors.
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| 2 weeks | 1 | 100.0% | |
Visitor reported administration
No survey data has been collected yetThree visitors reported age
| Visitors | % | ||
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| > 60 | 2 | 66.7% | |
| 1-5 | 1 | 33.3% | |
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The information was verified by Dr. Rachana Salvi, MD Pharmacology