Propoxyphene overdose

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Propoxyphene overdose

Definition:

Propoxyphene is medicine used to relieve pain. Propoxyphene overdose occurs when someone takes too much of this medicine.

Alternative Names:

Propoxyphene hydrochloride; Dextropropoxyphene

Poisonous Ingredient:

Propoxyphene

Where Found:

Propoxyphene is sold under the following brand names:

Darvocet
Darvon
Darvon-N
Dolene

Note: This list may not be all-inclusive.

Symptoms:

Eyes, ears, nose, and throat
- Hearing loss
- Pinpoint pupils
Heart and blood vessels
- Heart rhythm disturbances
- Low blood pressure
- Weak pulse
Lungs
- Breathing problems
- Breathing slow, labored, or shallow
- No breathing
Muscles
- Muscle spasticity
Nervous system
Skin
- Cyanosis (blue fingernails or lips)
- Rash
Stomach and intestines
- Nausea
- Spasms of the stomach or intestines (abdominal cramps)
- Vomiting

Review Date: 5/18/2007
Reviewed By: Eric Perez, MD, Department of Emergency Medicine, St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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