Pentazocine
- Generic Name
- Pentazocine
- Brand Names
- -
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- C19H27NO
- CAS Number
- 359-83-1
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- RP4A60D26L
- Background
The first mixed agonist-antagonist analgesic to be marketed. It is an agonist at the kappa and sigma opioid receptors and has a weak antagonist action at the mu receptor. (From AMA Drug Evaluations Annual, 1991, p97)
- Indication
For the relief of moderate to severe pain.
- Associated Conditions
- Mild pain, Severe Pain, Moderate Pain
- Associated Therapies
- Anesthetic premedication therapy
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