Buvalor 5mcg Packet Of 2 Patch
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Product Summary
| Salt Content | Buprenorphine(5.0 Mcg) |
| Uses | Moderate to severe pain, Opioid dependence or Opioid addiction |
| Therapy | Analgesic for severe pain |
| Side effects | Constipation, Headache, Nausea, Dizziness, Drowsiness |
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Medical Description
Buvalor 5 MCG Patch is helpful in providing relief from moderate to severe pain. It also helps in the management of withdrawal symptoms resulting due to opioid dependence or addiction. Buprenorphine is the active ingredient of Buvalor 5 MCG Patch.
Opioids are medicines that act on your nervous system. They relieve your pain and provide a feeling of pleasure. Doctors prescribe opioids to tackle severe or chronic (long-standing) pain. Morphine, Codeine, Oxycodone, and Oxymorphone are some of the commonly prescribed opioids.
Opioid addiction is a chronic disease that causes a significant impact on health. Opioid addiction refers to a powerful urge to use opioids when they are not needed medically. Opioid addicts may prioritise getting opioids over other aspects of their lives. It negatively affects their personal and social relationships. Opioid addiction is also life-threatening as there is always a risk of overdose which can lead to death if not treated immediately.
When opioids are taken over a long period, they can cause opioid dependence. When opioids are stopped, they cause withdrawal symptoms such as anxiety (restlessness), muscle cramps, or diarrhoea.
Share your detailed medical history with your doctor, including any diseases you had in the past and diseases in your family etc. Your doctor prescribes the most suitable dose of Buvalor 5 MCG Patch based on your health and history.
Buvalor 5 MCG Patch might cause some side effects, but they are usually temporary. They might be more prominent when your doctor starts the treatment or increases the dosage. Usually, the side effects of Buvalor 5 MCG Patch disappear on their own with time as your body gets used to the medicine. However, if the side effects appear persistent, or seem too serious, speak to your doctor immediately.
For maximum benefits, take Buvalor 5 MCG Patch as suggested by your doctor. Never self medicate. Never change the dosage or stop the medicine without your doctor’s approval. Sudden stopping of medications could lead to withdrawal symptoms. Your doctor might gradually taper the dosage before completely stopping it. Speak to your doctor before taking any medicine when you are on Buvalor 5 MCG Patch.
Uses
- Buvalor 5 MCG Patch helps in the management of the following conditions:
- Opioid dependence or opioid addiction.
- Moderate to severe pain that affects the joints and muscles.
- Rheumatoid arthritis or osteoarthritis. (Rheumatoid arthritis or osteoarthritis is a condition that affects the joints). The patch helps you go about your day-to-day activities more easily. You can have a better, more active, and quality life.
Contraindications
- If you have an allergy to Buvalor 5 MCG Patch or Buprenorphine
- If you have severe kidney disease
- If you have a severe liver disease
- If you are under 18 years of age
- If you have an alcohol addiction
- If you have a drug addiction
- If you have used antidepressants (medicines used to treat depression, such as MAO inhibitors)
Side effects
- Here are the most common side effects of Buvalor 5 MCG Patch
- Constipation (difficulty passing stools)
- Headache
- Nausea (vomiting sensation)
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness (sleepiness)
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- If you experience allergic reactions to Buvalor 5 MCG Patch such as difficulty breathing, rashes, itching, bluish skin colour, swelling of face, tongue, or throat.
- If you have breathing problems such as asthma
- If you have hallucinations
- If you have a brain disease or head injury
- If you have low blood pressure
- If you have urinary disorders
Directions for Use
- Your doctor will advise you on how to use the Buvalor 5 MCG Patch.
- Your doctor will decide the dosage and the duration of treatment based on your health, the purpose of treatment, and your symptoms. Your physician/ doctor will monitor you often to check your progress.
- Never self-medicate:
- Your doctor will conduct a thorough evaluation and prescribe Buvalor 5 MCG Patch only if it is helpful to you. Discuss your detailed medical history with your doctor, including any diseases you are suffering from, any allergy, any medicines you are taking, any hereditary diseases running in your family, detailed medical history of your family, etc.
- How to apply the Buvalor 5 MCG Patch?
- Follow your doctor’s instructions.
- Read the label carefully.
- Ensure the skin is clean and dry, rash, hairless, or nearly hairless. Apply the patch in your upper chest, back, arm, or side of the chest. Remember, your skin is not the same everywhere on your body. Apply the patch only in the recommended area suggested by your doctor.
- Remember to use only water to clean the skin. Soap, gels, or oils might alter the absorption of the medicine.
- Peel the protective liner of the Buvalor 5 MCG Patch. Do not touch the sticky side.
- With the sticky side down/ towards the skin, place the Buvalor 5 MCG Patch evenly onto your skin. Apply gentle pressure to ensure the patch is firmly seated.
- Ensure you do not expose the patch to heat sources, such as sauna baths.
- Change the patch after every seven days. Apply the new patch to a new area.
Storage and disposal
Store Buvalor 5 MCG Patch in a cool and dry place, under 30°C. Keep it away from the direct sunlight. Store Buvalor 5 MCG Patch away from the reach of kids and pets.
Dosage
Overdose
If you suspect an overdose of Buvalor 5 MCG Patch, contact your doctor immediately or rush to the nearest emergency department. It can be fatal/ deadly if not addressed on time.
Here are the symptoms of Buprenorphine overdose:
Respiratory depression (short, shallow breaths) that increases carbon dioxide to dangerous levels, extreme weakness, hypotension (low blood pressure), cold, clammy skin, fainting, coma
Missed a Dose
If you missed applying Buvalor 5 MCG Patch at the scheduled time, apply it as soon as you remember. Use only one patch; never apply two patches. Consult your doctor in case of any confusion.
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Certain chemical messengers in our body are responsible for sensing pain. Buvalor 5 MCG Patch blocks such chemical messengers resulting in you feeling no or less pain.
Buvalor 5 MCG Patch also prevents withdrawal symptoms in patients who abruptly stop taking opioids.
The patch fights your cravings for opioids. It eases your symptoms and acts as your partner in overcoming opioid dependence or opioid addiction.
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Seek medical advice before using Buvalor 5 MCG Patch if you have used antidepressants such as MAOI (Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors) like Selegiline or Isocarboxazid in the last 14 days. It can cause life-threatening reactions.
- Seek medical advice before using Buvalor 5 MCG Patch if you have taken antihistamine (allergy medicines), such as Promethazine. It can cause adverse effects.
- Seek medical advice before using Buvalor 5 MCG Patch if you are on blood thinners, such as Warfarin.
- Seek medical advice before using Buvalor 5 MCG Patch if you are on epilepsy medicines, such as Carbamazepine.
- Seek medical advice before using Buvalor 5 MCG Patch if you are on medicines that fight infection, such as Ciprofloxacin. It might change the efficacy of medicine and lead to adverse reactions.
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Manufacturer Details
Brand:BUVALOR
Country of Origin:India
Vendor Details
Fulfillment Information: Buvalor 5 MCG Patch (2) will be delivered by a licensed retail pharmacy nearest to your location. Order acceptance and fulfillment are dependent upon the verification of your doctor's valid prescription (where applicable) and the current stock of this medicine.
References:
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