BUTORPHANOL (Stadol) Flashcards
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BUTORPHANOL (Stadol)
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Name/Class: BUTORPHANOL (Stadol)/Synthetic Narcotic Analgesic
Description: Butorphanol is a centrally acting synthetic narcotic analgesic about 5 times more potent than morphine. A schedule IV narcotic.
Indications: Moderate to severe pain.
Contraindications: Hypersensitivity, head injury, or undiagnosed abdominal pain.
