Equis ISSN 2398-2977
Pethidine
Synonym(s): Meperidine hydrochloride, Pethidine hydrochloride (HCL
Contributor(s): Mark Senior
Introduction
Name
Class of drug
- Synthetic opioid analgesic.
Description
Chemical name
- 1-methyl-4-phenyl-4-piperidinecarboxylic acid ethyl ester.
- 1-methyl-4-phenylisonipecotic acid ethyl ester.
Molecular formula
Physical properties
Uses
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Indications
- Moderate to severe pain, in particular equine colic.
- Sedation.
Administration
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Precautions
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Interactions
with other drugs
- Metoclopramide - antagonism as interacting drugs have opposing effects on gastrointestinal motility.
- Combination with any other CNS depressant drug - enhanced depressant effects.
Adverse Reactions
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Further Reading
Publications
Refereed papers
Other sources of information
- Derived from The Veterinary Formulary (1998) 4th edn. Ed: Bishop Y. British Veterinary Association and Royal Pharmaceutical Society.