Propoxyphene overdose (Propoxyphene hydrochloride, Dextropropoxyphene)

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Propoxyphene overdose

Alternate Names : Propoxyphene hydrochloride, Dextropropoxyphene

Definition

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

This is for information only and not for use in the treatment or management of an actual poison exposure. If you have an exposure, you should call your local emergency number (such as 911) or the National Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222.

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 & Signs

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

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Propoxyphene overdose : Definition
Propoxyphene overdose : Poisonous Ingredient
Propoxyphene overdose : Where Found
Propoxyphene overdose : Symptoms & Signs
Propoxyphene overdose : Home Treatment
Propoxyphene overdose : Before Calling Emergency
Propoxyphene overdose : Poison Control, or a Local Emergency Number
Propoxyphene overdose : What to Expect at the Emergency Room
Propoxyphene overdose : Prognosis (Expectations)
Propoxyphene overdose : References

Review Date : 2/3/2009
Reviewed By : John E. Duldner, Jr., MD, MS, Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine, Department of Emergency Medicine, Samaritan Regional Health System, Ashland, Ohio. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

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