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Methadone Hydrochloride – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: PHYSEPTONE

Strength: 5 mg | Form: Tablets

Price in UAE: AED 19.50

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Methadone Hydrochloride

Class: | Opioid analgesic Use: | Management of severe pain, treatment of opioid dependence Adult dose: | 2.5 to 10 mg every 8 to 12 hours; may be adjusted based on individual response Pediatric dose: | Not typically recommended for children; use in pediatric patients should be determined by a specialist Side effects: | Drowsiness, constipation, nausea, vomiting, sweating, respiratory depression Contraindications: | Hypersensitivity to methadone, severe respiratory depression, acute or

Drug Class

Opioid analgesic

Uses & Indications

Management of severe pain, treatment of opioid dependence

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20-25°C or 68-77°F), protect from light and moisture

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: The Wellcome Foundation Limited, UNITED KINGDOM

Package Size

100's

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 19.50

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

2.5 to 10 mg every 8 to 12 hours; may be adjusted based on individual response

Pediatric Dose

Not typically recommended for children; use in pediatric patients should be determined by a specialist

Side Effects

Drowsiness, constipation, nausea, vomiting, sweating, respiratory depression

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to methadone, severe respiratory depression, acute or severe asthma, gastrointestinal obstruction, concurrent use of monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs)

Important Warnings

Risk of addiction, abuse, and misuse; potential for life-threatening respiratory depression; may cause QT prolongation; caution in patients with a history of substance use disorder or those taking other CNS depressants

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Methadone Hydrochloride available in UAE pharmacies:

METHADONE 5 mg Tablets METHADONE 5 mg Tablets PHYSEPTONE 10 mg/ml Solution For Injection PHYSEPTONE 10 mg/ml Solution For Injection PHYSEPTONE 5 mg Tablets

Related Medicines in Same Category

See also: Other Opioid analgesic medicines available in UAE pharmacies

Alfentanil Hydrochloride Alfentanil Hydrochloride Alfentanil Hydrochloride Alfentanil Hydrochloride Alfentanil Hydrochloride Alfentanil Hydrochloride Codeine Dihydrocodeine Tartrate

Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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