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Q) What is Demerol?
A) Demerol is a narcotic analgesic with effects
similar to morphine; the most prominent of these involve the
central nervous system and organs composed of smooth muscle.
When prescribed it is used for relief of moderate to severe
pain.
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Q) How is Demerol used?
A) Demerol is manufactured in tablet and syrup form.
Demerol tablets are white, round and convex (the 50mg tablet is
scored).
Q) When are the effects of Demerol
felt?
A) The effects of Demerol are felt 10-15 minutes after
ingestion. The effects of Demerol are typically felt anywhere from
2-4 hours after ingestion.
Q) What side effects are associated with the
use/abuse of Demerol?
A) Side effects of Demerol include: lightheadedness,
dizziness, sedation, nausea, vomiting, sweating, respiratory
depression, circulatory depression, respiratory arrest, shock, and
cardiac arrest, euphoria, dysphoria, weakness, headache, agitation,
tremor, uncoordinated muscle movements, severe convulsions,
transient hallucinations and disorientation, visual disturbances,
dry mouth, constipation, biliary tract spasm, flushing of the face,
tachycardia, bradycardia, palpitation, hypotension, urinary
retention. An allergic reaction includes such side effects as:
pruritus, urticaria, other skin rashes, wheal and flare over the
vein with intravenous injection.
Q) Is Demerol considered
addictive?
A) Yes, Demerol is addictive. When the user repeatedly
uses Demerol they build a tolerance to the drug and this creates
both a mental and physical addiction.
Q) What are the symptoms of a Demerol
overdose?
A) The symptoms of a Demerol overdose include: bluish
discoloration of the skin, cold and clammy skin, coma or extreme
sleepiness, limp, weak muscles, low blood pressure, slow heartbeat,
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