{"id":18857,"date":"2017-12-09T04:30:58","date_gmt":"2017-12-08T23:00:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zovon.com\/?p=18857"},"modified":"2018-07-30T15:03:57","modified_gmt":"2018-07-30T09:33:57","slug":"embeda","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zovon.com\/?p=18857","title":{"rendered":"Embeda \u2013 Information, Uses, Side Effects and Dosage"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Drug Trade Name:\u00a0<\/strong>Embeda<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Category: <\/strong>Opioid Analgesic, Opioid Antagonist<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Generic Name: <\/strong>morphine sulfate and naltrexone hydrochloride\u00a0 \u00a0<strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Introduction and Quick Information<\/strong><strong>:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Morphine present in Embeda is an opioid analgesic i.e., it acts on opioid receptors present in the brain and thus relieves pain. However, it has a strong addiction liability. Thus, it is usually combined with an opioid antagonist, such as naltrexone. Naltrexone competes with opioid receptors and reduces the habit-forming tendency of morphine.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Is <\/strong><strong>Embeda<\/strong> <strong>Approved by FDA?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Yes, U.S. FDA has approved Embeda to be used as an analgesic.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Usage and Benefits of <\/strong><strong style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Embeda<\/strong><strong style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Embeda is an extended-release painkiller, which is used to treat mild to moderate pain. However, it should not be used on an &#8220;as-needed&#8221; basis and should be used only when around the clock pain relief is needed for a long period of time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Embeda Side Effects:<\/strong><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Some possible side effects of Embeda are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">mood changes<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">hallucinations (hearing or seeing things)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">confusion<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">slow heart rate<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">weak pulse<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">fainting<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">seizure (convulsions)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">shallow or weak breathing (breathing may stop)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">severe constipation<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">stomach pain<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">drowsiness<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">dizziness<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">nausea<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">constipation<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">anxiety<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">tired feeling<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">vomiting<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">blurred vision<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">diarrhea<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">sleep problems (insomnia)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">headache<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Seek emergency medical help if you are experiencing any of the mentioned side-effects.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>General Recommended Dosages of <\/strong><strong>Embeda<\/strong><strong>:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Use Embeda in the dose prescribed by your doctor. Because of its major side-effects, Embeda is usually prescribed in the lowest possible dose, considering the patient&#8217;s condition. Your doctor may reduce the dose further at the advent of some side-effects.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Remember that every dosage has to be spaced minimum 12 hours apart.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Don\u2019t chew, crush, or dissolve the drug pellets. Swallow the pill as a whole.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>In Case I Miss the Dose?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if its almost time for the next dose, take the scheduled dose.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>In Case I Take Overdose?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Overdose symptoms include extreme limp feeling or drowsiness, clammy and cold skin, pinpoint or dilated pupils, shallow breathing, weak pulse, trouble breathing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Embeda overdose can be fatal. Hence, seek immediate medical help in case of overdose.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Drug Interactions of <\/strong><strong>Embeda<\/strong><strong>:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Some of the common drugs which can cause complications when taken with Embeda are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">a diuretic (water pill)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">quinidine (Quinidex, Quinaglute, Quin-Release)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">bronchodilator like tiotropium (Spiriva) or ipratropium (Atrovent)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">belladonna (Donnatal, etc), atropine (Sal-Tropine, Atreza), dimenhydrinate (Dramamine), benztropine (Cogentin), scopolamine (Transderm-Scop) or methscopolamine (Pamine)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">irritable bowel or ulcer medication<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">antibiotics like clarithromycin (Biaxin) or erythromycin (EryPed, E.E.S., Erythrocin, Ery-Tab)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">urinary or bladder medications like tolterodine (Detrol)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">antifungal medications like ketoconazole (Nizoral) or itraconazole (Sporanox)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">anti-hypertensives or anti-arrhythmic drugs like diltiazem (Cardizem, Cartia), amiodarone (Pacerone, Cordarone), nicardipine (Cardene), felodipine (Plendil), or verapamil (Covera, Calan, Verelan, Isoptin)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">anti-retroviral medications like ritonavir (Norvir, Kaletra) or indinavir (Crixivan)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">However, there are many more drugs which can interact with Embeda. Hence, inform your doctor about all the drugs you are consuming.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Lifestyle and Food Habits You Must Follow When on <\/strong><strong style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Embeda<\/strong><strong style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Refrain from consuming tobacco, alcohol,\u00a0and nicotine when on Embeda. Adequate nutrition and hydration can enhance the positive effects of Embeda.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Before starting the drug, inform your physician if you have a kidney or liver disease, breathing disorder, head injury, brain tumor, underactive thyroid, pancreas or gallbladder disorders, a curvature of the spine, a blockage in intestines or stomach, enlarged prostate, Addison&#8217;s disease, bladder disorders, etc.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Do not take Embeda if you are allergic to narcotic medicine or have asthma as Embeda can aggravate the breathing discomfort associated with asthma.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>How Safe is <\/strong><strong>Embeda<\/strong> <strong>for Pregnant Women or Nursing Mothers?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Consumption of Embeda during pregnancy can cause physical dependency in neonates. Pain should be relieved using non-opioid analgesics in pregnant mothers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Morphine and Naltrexone are excreted in human milk. Morphine in nursing infants can cause drowsiness, depression of central nervous system and even death.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Hence, inform your doctor if you are pregnant or lactating.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Complications and Conditions Due to Prolonged Use of <\/strong><strong style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Embeda<\/strong><strong style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Any narcotic drug is known for its addiction liability i.e., Embeda can be minimally habit-forming despite the presence of Naltrexone. Hence, sudden stoppage of the drug can cause withdrawal symptoms. Therefore, consult your doctor before stopping the drug.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Availability of Embeda:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Because of its high potential abuse and tendency to be misused, Embeda is available on prescription only.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Drug Trade Name:\u00a0Embeda Category: Opioid Analgesic, Opioid Antagonist Generic Name: morphine sulfate and naltrexone hydrochloride\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Introduction and Quick Information: Morphine present in Embeda is an opioid analgesic i.e., it acts on opioid receptors present in the brain and thus relieves pain. However, it has a strong addiction liability. 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