Tap Duo Tablet

Tap Duo Tablet is known to be an opioid medicine that helps with pain. An opioid is also commonly known as a narcotic. The drug is prescribed to provide relief for moderate to even acute pain. The drug is not recommended for patients with acute asthma or problems with breathing as well as bowel obstruction.

Before starting Tap Duo Tablet it is best that you provide your medical practitioner details about your medical history, such as, any current health issues you are suffering from, any allergies you have and the list of medicines you are presently taking.

You may experience some side effects when you start taking Tap Duo Tablet. Some common side effects include constipation, vomiting and nausea, stiffness and pain in the muscles. Some of the more severe side effects are pain in the bladder, chills, cough, and problems with breathing, headache and fever.

Major side effects can lead to complications, thus they should be immediately reported to your doctor. When it comes to dosage, your doctor may start you off with about 50 mg and keep increasing it depending on how your body reacts to the medication. Maximum dosage of about 250 mg can be prescribed.

Tap Duo Tablet is not meant for pregnant women as it is known to have a negative impact on the fetus. Even breastfeeding mothers are not advised to take this medicine as it can affect infants. The medicine should be taken as it has been prescribed by your doctor.

The drug can lead to addiction as it is a narcotic, thus it should be taken as per the dosage that has been provided by the doctor only. Tap Duo Tablet should not be discontinued suddenly as it can result in withdrawal symptoms. Moreover, the drug is meant to be taken whole. Avoid crushing or chewing the drug. Store Tap Duo Tablet at room temperature and avoid moisture and heat contact.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

• Pain

  Tap Duo Tablet is used to treat mild to severe pain.

• Neuropathic Pain

  Tap Duo Tablet is used to treat the pain due to nerve damage in the diabetic patients.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

• Allergy

• Lung Disease

• Monoamine oxidase inhibitors

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

• Unusual Tiredness And Weakness

• Headache

• Difficulty In Breathing

• Agitation

• Drowsiness

• Itching Or Rash

• Constipation

• Nausea

• Decreased Appetite

• Increased Sweating

• Stomach Discomfort And Pain

• Changes In Vision

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect of this medicine can be observed for an average duration of 12 hours for an immediate release tablet and 15 to 18 hours for an extended release tablet.

• What is the onset of action?

  The peak effect of this medicine can be observed in 1.25 hours for an immediate release tablet and 3 to 6 hours for an extended release.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. The potential benefits and risks should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.

• Is it habit forming?

  Habit forming tendencies have been reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medicine is not recommended in breastfeeding women.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  It is unsafe to consume alcohol along with this medicine.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  This medicine cause side effects that affect the patients ability to drive. Thus it is advised not to drive while taking this medicine.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Caution must be taken in patients with kidney disease. Adjustment of dose is needed. Kindly consult your doctor before taking it.

• Does this affect liver function?

  Caution must be taken in patients with liver disease. Adjustment of dose is needed. Kindly consult your doctor before taking it.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

• Missed Dose instructions

  Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. The missed dose can be skipped if it is almost time for the next scheduled dose. For extended-release tablet or capsule skip the missed dose and continue with the regular dosing schedule.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor if any symptoms like sleepiness, slow breathing, loss of consciousness appear.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

• India

• United States

• Japan

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

This medicine belongs to the class of an opioid analgesic. It works by acting on the Mu-opioid receptor, inhibits the pain pathway and thus alters the response to pain. This also causes inhibition of the reuptake of norepinephrine which affects the pain pathway.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Consumption of alcohol with this medicine is not recommended as it increases the risk of side effects like dizziness, difficulty in concentration. Do not perform activities that require mental alertness like driving or operating machinery.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Alprazolam

  Opioids like Tap Duo Tablet is not recommended with other medicines that act on the central nervous system. Any symptoms of increased sleep, dizziness, breathing difficulty should be reported to the doctor. Patients are advised to avoid driving or operating machinery. An alternate medicine should be considered based on the clinical condition.

  Phenytoin

  Tap Duo Tablet should be used with caution in patients receiving phenytoin. Any symptoms of dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty in concentration should be reported to the doctor. Patients are advised to avoid driving or operating machinery. Required dose adjustments or an alternate medicine should be considered based on the clinical condition.

  Codeine

  Opioids like Tap Duo Tablet is not recommended with cough medications containing codeine. Any symptoms of increased sleep, dizziness, breathing difficulty should be reported to the doctor. Patients are advised to avoid driving or operating machinery. An alternate medicine should be considered based on the clinical condition.

  Salmeterol

  Tap Duo Tablet should be used with caution in patients receiving salmeterol or any adrenergic bronchodilators. Any signs and symptoms of increased blood pressure, irregular heart beats should be reported to the doctor. Close monitoring of blood pressure is necessary. Dose adjustments are to be made based on the clinical condition.

• Interaction with Disease

  Impaired Gastrointestinal Function

  Tap Duo Tablet should be used with caution in patients with gastrointestinal disorders. Appropriate treatment should be initiated if any symptoms of constipation, irregular bowel movements have been reported. This medicine is not recommended in the patients with known case of infectious diarrhea.

  Seizures

  Tap Duo Tablet should be used with caution in the patients with the history of seizures. Inform the doctor if you experience any symptoms of seizures. A decision should be taken whether to discontinue the treatment based on the clinical condition.

• Interaction with Food

  Information not available.

• Ques : What is Tap Duo Tablet?

  Ans : Tap Duo Tablet is a narcotic pain reliever directed for moderate to severe pain. Tap Duo Tablet is a DEA schedule-II substance that has a high potential for abuse.

• Ques : How Tap Duo Tablet works?

  Ans : Tap Duo Tablet works by changing the way the brain responds to the pain, it blocks the transmission of pain signals.

• Ques : How should Tap Duo Tablet be taken?

  Ans : Tap Duo Tablet should be taken orally with or without food as prescribed by the doctor. During the first stage of treatment, a doctor may prescribe the second dose 1 hour after the first dose depending on the condition and treatment. However, do not take extra doses of extended-release tables, these are taken every 12 hours. Inquire your doctor or pharmacist about the prescription carefully and take the medication as instructed.

• Ques : Is Tap Duo Tablet addictive?

  Ans : Tap Duo Tablet is habit-forming especially with extended usage. It is very important to take the mediation as directed and discuss the risks of dependency with prolonged use with your doctor. Inform your doctor if you suffer from depression, alcohol abuse, street drugs, or any other mental illness as it increases the chances of dependency. In case of drug abuse, contact your healthcare provider immediately.

• Ques : What are the side effects of Tap Duo Tablet?

  Ans : Tap Duo Tablet may cause headache, heartburn, nausea, dizziness, irritability, abdominal dreams, dry mouth, contact your doctor if these side-effects persist. In the case of side-effects like seizures, hallucinations, loss of consciousness, loss of consciousness, feeling overheated, heavy sweating you should contact your doctor immediately.

• Ques : What to do in case of a missed dosage?

  Ans : Take the missed dose as soon as you remember, however, skip it if it’s closer to the next scheduled dosage. For extended-release tablets skip the missed dosage and maintain the regular dosing schedule.

• Ques : Is Tap Duo Tablet safe for pregnant and breastfeeding women?

  Ans : Tap Duo Tablet is not safe for pregnant women as it has been found to have a negative impact on the fetus. Breastfeeding women should also avoid this medicine as it can negatively affect the infant.

• Ques : Is it safe to drive and consume Tap Duo Tablet?

  Ans : Tap Duo Tablet has the ability to affect your ability to drive, it may make you drowsy, dizzy, lightheaded. Therefore, you shouldn’t drive with Tap Duo Tablet in your system.

• Ques : What dietary instructions should you follow with Tap Duo Tablet?

  Ans : There are no special dietary instructions while taking Tap Duo Tablet unless the doctor prescribes otherwise.

• Ques : Should Tap Duo Tablet be taken with alcohol?

  Ans : Taking Tap Duo Tablet with alcohol may increase the risk of fatal side-effects. Do not drink alcohol, do street drugs, or other opioid medication with Tap Duo Tablet.

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