Tapenta Information

Tapenta is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Pain are some of its major therapeutic uses. Tapenta also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Tapenta depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Tapenta have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Tapenta go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Tapenta has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Tapenta related warnings talks about Tapenta's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Tapenta can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Tapenta in conditions like Asthma, Liver Disease, Kidney Disease. The section on Tapenta contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Tapenta may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Tapenta is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Tapenta Benefits & Uses
Tapenta Dosage & How to Take
Tapenta Side Effects
Tapenta Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Tapenta with Other Drugs
Tapenta Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Tapenta
Tapenta Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Tapenta Benefits & Uses

Tapenta is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Pain

Other Benefits

Neuropathic Pain

Tapenta Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Pain Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric	Disease: Pain Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice

Tapenta Related Warnings

Is the use of Tapenta safe for pregnant women?

Tapenta can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Tapenta right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Tapenta safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Tapenta. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Tapenta on the Kidneys?

Tapenta rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Tapenta on the Liver?

Side effects of Tapenta rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Tapenta on the Heart?

Tapenta has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Tapenta with Other Drugs

Tapenta should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Paroxetine

Amitriptyline

Codeine

Moderate

Quinidine

Tapenta Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tapenta unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Drug Allergy
Asthma
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Depression
Low Blood Pressure
Urinary Retention

Frequently asked Questions about Tapenta

Is this Tapenta habit forming or addictive?

Yes, you can get addicted to Tapenta. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Tapenta you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Tapenta should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Tapenta for mental disorders.

No

Tapenta Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Tapenta

Taking Tapenta with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Tapenta

Consuming Tapenta with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe