Question 1

What is Pentazocine used for?

Accepted Answer

Severe body pain, pain after surgery, pain during labour and delivery, pain from injuries or fractures, severe headache, pain from kidney stones

Question 2

How do you take Pentazocine?

Accepted Answer

For tablets, the usual adult dose is 50 mg every 3 to 4 hours as needed for pain, up to a maximum of 600 mg per day. Take with food to reduce stomach upset. For injections, this is usually given by a nurse or doctor in a hospital — the usual dose is 30 mg injected into a muscle or vein every 3 to 4 hours. Do not use more than your doctor prescribed.

Question 3

What are the side effects of Pentazocine?

Accepted Answer

Feeling sleepy or dizzy, nausea or vomiting, sweating, dry mouth

Question 4

Who should not take Pentazocine?

Accepted Answer

People allergic to pentazocine, people with a history of drug addiction or abuse, people with severe breathing problems or asthma, people with head injuries or increased pressure in the brain, children under 12 years, and people currently taking or recently stopped taking MAO inhibitor medicines.

Question 5

Is Pentazocine safe during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Pentazocine is not safe during pregnancy, especially close to delivery, as it can cause breathing problems in your newborn and withdrawal symptoms — always consult your doctor before use during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

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