Opioid Induced Constipation Medication | RELISTOR® (methylnaltrexone bromide)

Time 2021-01-09 03:03:31

Web Name: Opioid Induced Constipation Medication | RELISTOR® (methylnaltrexone bromide)

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SALIX is committed to helping you manage your care during this time and always. Click here for the RELISTOR resources page.RELISTOR is a prescription medicine used to treat constipation in adults that is caused by prescription pain medicines called opioids. RELISTOR tablets and RELISTOR injection are used to treat constipation caused by opioids in adults with long-lasting (chronic) pain that is not caused by active cancer. RELISTOR injection is also used to treat constipation caused by opioids in adults with advanced illness or pain caused by active cancer and who need increases in their opioid dose for comfort care.Are you frustrated by opioid-induced constipation (OIC) and ready to get back to a more normal bowel routine?Take charge talk to your healthcare provider about your OIC and how RELISTOR can helpIf you are taking an opioid pain medicine for long-lasting (chronic) pain and are constipated, you may be experiencing OIC.RELISTOR is a Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved treatment specifically for OIC in adult patients with long-lasting (chronic) pain.RELISTOR may help you have a bowel movement in as little as 4 hours and may help increase the number of spontaneous bowel movements (SBMs) you have each weekIndividual results may vary.Learn more about RELISTORRELISTOR is a prescription medicine used to treat constipation in adults that is caused by prescription pain medicines called opioids. RELISTOR tablets and RELISTOR injection are used to treat constipation caused by opioids in adults with long-lasting (chronic) pain that is not caused by active cancer. RELISTOR injection is also used to treat constipation caused by opioids in adults with advanced illness or pain caused by active cancer and who need increases in their opioid dose for comfort care.It is not known if RELISTOR is safe and effective in children. Do not take RELISTOR if you have a bowel blockage (called an intestinal obstruction) or have a history of bowel blockage. RELISTOR can cause serious side effects such as a tear in your stomach or intestinal wall (perforation). Stomach pain that is severe can be a sign of a serious medical condition. If you get stomach pain that is severe, does not go away, or gets worse, stop taking RELISTOR and get emergency medical help right away. Stop using RELISTOR and call your healthcare provider if you get diarrhea that is severe or that does not go away during treatment with RELISTOR. You may have symptoms of opioid withdrawal during treatment with RELISTOR including sweating, chills, diarrhea, stomach pain, anxiety, and yawning. Tell your healthcare provider if you have any of these symptoms. Tell your healthcare provider if you have kidney or liver problems. Tell your healthcare provider if you have any stomach or bowel (intestines) problems, including stomach ulcer, Crohn s disease, diverticulitis, cancer of the stomach or bowel, or Ogilvie s syndrome. Tell your healthcare provider if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. Taking RELISTOR during pregnancy may cause opioid withdrawal symptoms in your unborn baby. Tell your healthcare provider right away if you become pregnant during treatment with RELISTOR. Taking RELISTOR while you are breastfeeding may cause opioid withdrawal in your baby. You should not breastfeed during treatment with RELISTOR. You and your healthcare provider should decide if you will take RELISTOR or breastfeed. You should not do both. Also, tell your healthcare provider about all of the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. In a clinical study, the most common side effects of RELISTOR tablets in people with long-lasting (chronic) pain that is not caused by cancer include: stomach-area (abdomen) pain, diarrhea, headache, swelling or a feeling of fullness or pressure in your abdomen, sweating, anxiety, muscle spasms, runny nose, and chills. In a clinical study, the most common side effects of RELISTOR injection in people with long-lasting (chronic) pain that is not caused by cancer include: stomach-area (abdomen) pain, nausea, diarrhea, sweating, hot flush, tremor, and chills. In clinical studies, the most common side effects of RELISTOR injection in people receiving treatment for their advanced illness include: stomach-area (abdomen) pain, gas, nausea, dizziness, and diarrhea.You are encouraged to report side effects of prescription drugs to FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.For product information, adverse event reports, and product complaint reports, please contact:Salix Product Information Call CenterPhone: 1-800-321-4576Fax: 1-510-595-8183Email: salixmc@dlss.comPlease click here for full Prescribing Information for RELISTOR tablets and RELISTOR injection.Tel 800-321-4576Relistor is a trademark of Salix Pharmaceuticals or its affiliates. 2020 Salix Pharmaceuticals or its affiliates.REL.0144.USA.20CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS: DO NOT SELL MY PERSONAL INFORMATIONThe health information contained herein is provided for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace discussions with a healthcare provider. All decisions regarding patient care must be made with a healthcare provider, considering the unique characteristics of the patient.The product information provided in this site is intended only for residents of the United States. The products discussed herein may have different product labeling in different countries.RELISTOR is a prescription medicine used to treat constipation in adults that is caused by prescription pain medicines called opioids. RELISTOR tablets and RELISTOR injection are used to treat constipation caused by opioids in adults with long-lasting (chronic) pain that is not caused by active cancer. Do not take RELISTOR if you have a bowel blockage (called an intestinal obstruction) or have a history of bowel blockage. RELISTOR can cause serious side effects such as a tear in your stomach or intestinal wall (perforation). Stomach pain that is severe can be a sign of a serious medical condition. If you get stomach pain that is severe, does not go away, or gets worse, stop taking RELISTOR and get emergency medical help right away. Do not take RELISTOR if you have a bowel blockage (called an intestinal obstruction) or have a history of bowel blockage. RELISTOR can cause serious side effects such as a tear in your stomach or intestinal wall (perforation). Stomach pain that is severe can be a sign of a serious medical condition. If you get stomach pain that is severe, does not go away, or gets worse, stop taking RELISTOR and get emergency medical help right away.You are now entering a site that is for US healthcare professionals only. By selecting I Confirm below, you certify that you are a US healthcare professional and wish to proceed to this section of the site. 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