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Opana tablets Active Ingredients: Oxymorphone immediate-release tablets Representative Names: Opana tablets What are Oxymorphone immediate-release tablets? What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine? How should this medicine be used? What if I miss a dose? What drug(s) may interact with Oxymorphone? What side effects may I notice from receiving Oxymorphone? What should I watch for while taking Oxymorphone? Where can I keep my medicine? What are Oxymorphone immediate-release tablets? (Back to top) Oxymorphone relieves moderate to severe pain. What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine? (Back to top) They need to know if you have any of these conditions: •brain tumor •drug abuse or addiction •head injury •heart disease •if you frequently drink alcohol-containing drinks •kidney disease or problems going to the bathroom •kyphoscoliosis •liver disease •lung disease, asthma, or breathing problems •seizures •stomach problems •taken isocarboxazid, phenelzine, tranylcypromine, or selegiline in the past 2 weeks •an unusual reaction to lactose, oxymorphone, morphine, codeine, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives •pregnant or trying to get pregnant •breast-feeding How should this medicine be used? (Back to top) Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Take this medicine on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after food. Do not take with food. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Take the medicine at the same time each day. Do not take more medicine than you are told to take. Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed. Patients over 65 years old may have a stronger reaction and need a smaller dose. What if I miss a dose? (Back to top) If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses. If you take too much medicine, immediately call your local emergency number or poison control center. What drug(s) may interact with Oxymorphone? (Back to top) •alcohol or medicines that contain alcohol •antihistamines •benzodiazepines •medicines for depression, anxiety, or psychotic disturbances •medicines for pain like pentazocine, buprenorphine, butorphanol, nalbuphine, tramadol, and propoxyphene •medicines for sleep •muscle relaxants •naltrexone •phenothiazines like chlorpromazine, mesoridazine, prochlorperazine, thioridazine What side effects may I notice from receiving Oxymorphone? (Back to top) Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible: •allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue •breathing difficulties, wheezing •changes in vision •confusion •light headedness or fainting spells •redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth •seizures •slow or fast heartbeat •unusually weak or tired Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome): •drowsiness •headache •itching •nausea, vomiting •sweating What should I watch for while taking Oxymorphone? (Back to top) Tell your doctor or health care professional if your pain does not go away, if it gets worse, or if you have new or a different type of pain. You may develop tolerance to the medicine. Tolerance means that you will need a higher dose of the medicine for pain relief. Tolerance is normal and is expected if you take this medicine for a long time. Do not suddenly stop taking your medicine because you may develop a severe reaction. Your body becomes used to the medicine. This does NOT mean you are addicted. Addiction is a behavior related to getting and using a drug for a non-medical reason. If you have pain, you have a medical reason to take pain medicine. Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to take. If your doctor wants you to stop the medicine, the dose will be slowly lowered over time to avoid any side effects. This medicine will cause constipation. Try to have a bowel movement at least every 2 to 3 days. If you do not have a bowel movement for 3 days, call your doctor or health care professional. Your mouth may get dry. Chewing sugarless gum or sucking hard candy, and drinking plenty of water may help. Contact your doctor if the problem does not go away or is severe. This medicine may cause dry eyes and blurred vision. If you wear contact lenses you may feel some discomfort. Lubricating drops may help. See your eye doctor if the problem does not go away or is severe. You may get drowsy or dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness until you know how this medicine affects you. Do not stand or sit up quickly, especially if you are an older patient. This reduces the risk of dizzy or fainting spells. Alcohol may interfere with the effect of this medicine. Avoid alcoholic drinks. Where can I keep my medicine? (Back to top) Keep out of the reach of children. This medicine can be abused. Keep your medicine in a safe place to protect it from theft. Do not share this medicine with anyone. Selling or giving away this medicine is dangerous and is against the law. Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Flush any unused medicine down the toilet after the expiration date. Last Updated:07/12/2006 CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY© GOLD STANDARD MULTIMEDIA INC, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED

Note: The above information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist, or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that the use of the product is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before taking the product.