Butoranol Tratrateph: Introduction

Butorphanol Tartrate [Injection]
Brand Names: Stadol

Pronunciation: byoo-TOR-fa-nole TAR-trate
Drug class: Narcotic Analgesic
Generic available? No
Controlled substance? C-IV

Injectable butorphanol tartrate belong to a class of pain relievers called narcotic agonists. It is used to provide relief from moderate to severe postoperative pain, a preoperative or preanesthetic agent or for prepartum pain.

Butorphanol tartrate has both agonist and antagonist activity; it should not be used in those addicted to narcotics as it may induce withdrawal symptoms. Because of its potential for abuse, this controlled substance should be used with caution.

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Last Updated: 08/09/2007
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