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Demerol Injection and Prematurity

Result of checking the interaction of drug Demerol Injection and disease Prematurity for safety when used together.

Check result:
Demerol Injection <> Prematurity
Relevance: 23.07.2019 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

When checking interaction based on authoritative sources Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com there are contraindications or side effects that may cause harm or increase the negative effect from drug use in presence of concomitant diseases.

Consumer:

The use of narcotic (opioid) analgesic agents is contraindicated in premature infants. These agents may cross the immature blood-brain barrier to a greater extent than in adults, resulting in disproportionate respiratory depression.

References:
  • "Multum Information Services, Inc. Expert Review Panel"
  • "Product Information. Calcidrine (codeine)." Abbott Pharmaceutical, Abbott Park, IL.
Demerol Injection

Generic Name: meperidine

Brand Name: Demerol, Demerol HCl, Meperitab

Synonyms: Demerol

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