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Composition :

NALBUPHINE-20MG

Consume Type :

PARENTERAL

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Not Returnable

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About Rubuphine 20 mg Injection 1 ml

Rubuphine 20 mg Injection 1 ml belongs to the group of opioid analgesics used to relieve severe pain. It may also be used as an adjunct to balanced anaesthesia for pre/post-operative analgesia, during labour and delivery. Pain is defined as an unpleasant sensation produced in the body in response to external changes, stress, or trauma.

Rubuphine 20 mg Injection 1 ml contains 'Nalbuphine' that works by reducing the production of inflammatory substances (prostaglandins) and thus, relieves the body of swelling and subsequent pain. Rubuphine 20 mg Injection 1 ml also blocks pain-producing nerve transmitters, leading to a reduced sensation of pain and offering massive pain relief.

Rubuphine 20 mg Injection 1 ml will be administered by a qualified health care professional. Do not self-inject. Rubuphine 20 mg Injection 1 ml may cause certain common side effects such as drowsiness, dry mouth, nausea, vomiting, and constipation. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if these side effects persist.

It is advisable to inform the doctor if you are allergic to any of the components of Rubuphine 20 mg Injection 1 ml. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to get pregnant, or breastfeeding as Rubuphine 20 mg Injection 1 ml should be used with caution in these states. Rubuphine 20 mg Injection 1 ml may cause drowsiness, so avoid driving or operating machinery.

Uses of Rubuphine 20 mg Injection 1 ml

Pain Relief

Directions for Use

A qualified healthcare professional will administer Rubuphine 20 mg Injection 1 ml. Do not self-administer.

Medicinal Benefits

Rubuphine 20 mg Injection 1 ml is an analgesic that is used as a painkiller for short-term management of severe pain. Rubuphine 20 mg Injection 1 ml blocks pain signals, so the brain doesn't perceive the severity of pain, hence increasing the body's threshold for pain. Rubuphine 20 mg Injection 1 ml may also be used as an adjunct to balanced anaesthesia for pre/post-operative analgesia, during labour and delivery.

Storage

Keep Rubuphine 20 mg Injection 1 ml out of reach and sight of children.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Rubuphine 20 mg Injection 1 ml if you are allergic to any of the contents; if you have acute or severe asthma, respiratory depression, gastrointestinal obstruction, or paralytic ileus. Rubuphine 20 mg Injection 1 ml should not be taken with other opioid analgesics, CNS depressant drugs, or benzodiazepines as it might lead to life-threatening respiratory depression. Inform your doctor if you have asthma, COPD, adrenal insufficiency, severe hypotension, increased intracranial pressure, brain problems, head injury, gastrointestinal problems, seizures, kidney or liver problems. Avoid driving or operating machinery as Rubuphine 20 mg Injection 1 ml may impair your mental and physical ability. You are advised not to take alcohol with Rubuphine 20 mg Injection 1 ml as it might cause increased sedation and respiratory depression. Keep your doctor informed if you or anyone in your family have a history of substance abuse as Rubuphine 20 mg Injection 1 ml may cause addiction, abuse, and misuse.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water.
  • Invest in a balanced diet. Load up on lean meats, fruits, green leafy vegetables, nuts, oily fish etc. Limit your intake of sweets and sugars as these can worsen inflammation. 
  • Cut back on alcohol as this can have an adverse effect on pain states as well as the quality of your sleep.
  • Try meditation and deep breathing to reduce overall stress and pain. 
  • Stop smoking as smoking is known to worsen pain conditions. 
  • Engage in mild physical exercise daily and keep your body active.

Side Effects of Rubuphine 20 mg Injection 1 ml

  • Drowsiness
  • Nausea
  • Constipation
  • Vomiting
  • Dry mouth

Habit Forming

Yes

Therapeutic Class

ANALGESICS

FAQs

Rubuphine 20 mg Injection 1 ml works by blocking the impulses of pain and increasing the threshold of pain in the body.

Rubuphine 20 mg Injection 1 ml is not recommended in those suffering from asthma as there may be a reaction. Consult your doctor before use.

Rubuphine 20 mg Injection 1 ml is not indicated to treat headaches due to migraines. It is best to get your headache checked by a professional. Please consult your doctor in case of any concerns.

No, Rubuphine 20 mg Injection 1 ml should not be taken with other opioid analgesics, CNS depressant drugs, or benzodiazepines as it might lead to life-threatening respiratory depression.

Special Advise

 

Disease/Condition Glossary

Pain: Pain is a sensation that occurs in response to external injury, stress, infection and travels as an impulse through body cells, producing an unpleasant feeling and alerting the body to act. Pain relief in pharmacological terms is called analgesia. Various neurotransmitters and their equilibrium are instrumental in producing pain sensation.

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Alcohol

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You are advised not to take alcohol with Rubuphine 20 mg Injection 1 ml as it might cause increased sedation and respiratory depression.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Rubuphine 20 mg Injection 1 ml is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless absolutely indicated. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Rubuphine 20 mg Injection 1 ml should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

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Driving

Unsafe

Rubuphine 20 mg Injection 1 ml may cause dizziness and drowsiness, which may affect your ability to drive.

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Liver

Caution

Exercise caution before using Rubuphine 20 mg Injection 1 ml in case of established liver disease. Please consult your doctor to address any concerns.

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Kidney

Caution

Exercise caution before using Rubuphine 20 mg Injection 1 ml in case of kidney problems. Please consult your doctor to address any concerns.

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Children

Unsafe

Rubuphine 20 mg Injection 1 ml is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age. Please consult your physician if you have any concerns.

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