Tapentadol Information

Tapentadol is a prescription medicine. Pain are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Tapentadol have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Tapentadol 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Tapentadol can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Tapentadol are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Tapentadol's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Tapentadol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Asthma, Liver Disease, Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Tapentadol since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Tapentadol have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Tapentadol have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

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

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

Tapentadol Benefits & Uses

Tapentadol is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Pain

Other Benefits

Neuropathic Pain

Tapentadol 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

Tapentadol Related Warnings

Is the use of Tapentadol safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Tapentadol safe during breastfeeding?

Tapentadol should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Tapentadol on the Kidneys?

Tapentadol may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Tapentadol on the Liver?

Tapentadol has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Tapentadol on the Heart?

Tapentadol has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Tapentadol with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Paroxetine

Amitriptyline

Codeine

Moderate

Quinidine

Tapentadol Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tapentadol 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 Tapentadol

Is this Tapentadol habit forming or addictive?

Tapentadol can be addictive. You should not take it without medical advice.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Tapentadol only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Tapentadol cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Tapentadol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Tapentadol

It is safe to take Tapentadol with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Tapentadol

Taking Tapentadol with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe