Butoranol Tartrateph: Side Effects

Butorphanol Tartrate  [Injection]

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You may experience the following side effects with the use of this drug:

Common Symptoms

  • Drowsiness
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Dizziness

Less Common to Rare Symptoms

  • High or low blood pressure
  • Difficulty breathing
  • Heart palpitations
  • Sweatiness
  • Headache
  • Constipation
  • Halluncination, disorientation, agitation
  • Skin rash or itch
  • Flushing

Life-threatening Symptoms

  • Fast or pounding heartbeat
  • Trouble breathing

Possible Overdose Symptoms

  • Breathing difficulty
  • Heartbeat irregularities
  • Coma

What to Do in Case of Overdose

The IM and IV routes will probably be administered by a physician experienced in the use of butorphanol in an inpatient setting. If it is in an outpatient setting for the IM route, dial 911 for emergency help.

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Last Updated: 07/06/2004

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