FORTWIN INJ

Overview

FORTWIN INJ is a Schedule H drug.

FORTWIN INJ is composed of: PENTAZOCINE (30 MG)

Pentazocine relieves moderate to severe pain. Can be given to women in labor for pain relief.
It works in the brain and nervous system to decrease pain.  Pentazocine is an opoid analgesic (pain reliever) which works by blocking transmission of pain signals to the brain to lower pain perception.

Usage

PENTAZOCINE is generally used to treat: Pain

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 12month

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

Precautions for FORTWIN INJ and its Constituents


  • You should not use pentazocine if you are allergic to it.
  • Follow all directions on your prescription label. Pentazocine can slow or stop your breathing. Never use pentazocine in larger amounts, or for longer than prescribed. Tell your doctor if the medicine seems to stop working as well in relieving your pain.
  • Do not give yourself pentazocine if you do not understand how to use the injection and properly dispose of needles, IV tubing, and other items used.
  • Pentazocine is usually given only for a short time.
  • Do not stop using pentazocine suddenly after long-term use, or you could have unpleasant withdrawal symptoms.
  • Do not use extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
  • Pentazocine may impair your thinking or reactions. Avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how pentazocine will affect you. Dizziness or severe drowsiness can cause falls or other accidents.
  • Misuse of Narcotic medicine can cause addiction,overdose or death.especially in a child or other person using the medicine without a prescription.

Symptoms of Overdosage

PENTAZOCINE over-dosage can result in: Anxiety, Hallucinations, Slow Or Irregular Breathing, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)

Common Side-Effects

PENTAZOCINE : Constipation, Nausea, Vomit, Dizziness, Drowsiness, Body Excessive Sweating, Dry Mouth, Unusual Taste In Mouth, Abdomen Stomach Cramps

Serious Side-Effects

PENTAZOCINE : Blood Pressure, High, Respiratory Failure, Difficulty Breathing, Eyes Double Vision (without One Eye Covered), Eyes Blurred Vision

Rare Side-Effects

PENTAZOCINE : Joint Pain, Muscle Pain, Diarrhoea, Itchy Skin, Chest Pain, Chills, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Cough, Irregular Heartbeat, Eyes Eye Irritation, Pain With Urination, Legs Shaking, Hands Shaking, Throat Soreness, Mouth Soreness, Fatigue (tiredness), Face Swelling, Difficulty Sleeping, Eyes Jerking Eye Movements

Food Interactions


Smoking tobacco may reduce the blood levels and effects of pentazocine.,Avoid smoking.

Disease Interactions

PENTAZOCINE can interfere with: Constipation, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Diarrhoea, Acute Liver Failure, Premature Aging, Acute Renal Failure, Alcoholism, Brain Tumor, Respiratory Failure, Adrenal Insufficiency, Gall Bladder Disease, Hypothyroidism, Panhypopituitarism, Seizure, Urinary Retention

Technical Classification

PENTAZOCINE is categorized as: NARCOTIC ANALGESICS / ANALGESICS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS

Available Alternatives for FORTWIN INJ

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

FORTSTAR 30MG INJINR 5.12 for 1 ML INJECTIONPENTAZOCINE 30.0 MG
FORTWIN 30MG INJINR 5.58 for 1 ML INJECTIONPENTAZOCINE 30.0 MG
FORTWIN INJINR 5.58 for 1 INJECTIONPENTAZOCINE 30 MG
NICOZOCIN 30MG INJINR 6.25 for 1 ML INJECTIONPENTAZOCINE 30.0 MG
PENTALAB 30MG INJINR 4.37 for 1 ML INJECTIONPENTAZOCINE 30.0 MG
PENTAWIN 30MG INJINR 6 for 1 ML INJECTIONPENTAZOCINE 30.0 MG
RIDDOF 30MG INJINR 4.5 for 1 ML INJECTIONPENTAZOCINE 30.0 MG
ZOCIN 30MG INJINR 3.95 for 1 ML INJECTIONPENTAZOCINE 30.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

DOLOWIN OLD TABINR 25.27 for 10 TABLETSPENTAZOCINE
FORTAGESIC 500MG/15MG TABINR 119.21 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, PENTAZOCINE 15.0 MG
FORTWIN 1ML INJINR 66.96 for 12 INJECTIONSPENTAZOCINE 12.0 ML
FORTWIN 25MG TABINR 62.02 for 10 TABLETSPENTAZOCINE 25.0 MG
PENTAWOK 40MG INJINR 4.73 for 1 ML INJECTIONPENTAZOCINE 40.0 MG
PENTAZOCINEPENTAZOCINE
PENTAZOCINE 30MG INJINR 9.46 for 1 ML INJECTIONPENTAZOCINE 30 MG/ML
UNIZOCINE INJINR 32.5 for 1 ML INJECTIONPENTAZOCINE