Topcynta 100mg

What Is Topcynta 100 Mg Tablet?

Topcynta 100 mg, the brand name for Tapentadol, is a centrally-acting opioid pain medication. It is a potent medication that starts showing its effects within 30 minutes of intake. The use of Tapentadol was approved by the FDA in 2008 in the United States.

Topcynta 100 Mg Formulation

Topcynta 100 mg is composed of the active ingredient Tapentadol hydrochloride, and the inactive ingredients in this medication are cellulose, microcrystalline, aluminum oxide, talc, titanium dioxide, polyvinyl alcohol, magnesium stearate, polyethylene glycol, croscarmellose sodium, and lactose monohydrate. 

Uses Of Topcynta 100 Mg

Topcynta 100 mg is used to treat:

• Chronic pain
• Moderate to severe acute pain
• Neuropathic pain

Benefits Of Topcynta 100 Mg

• Topcynta 100 mg effectively relieves acute and chronic pain.
• It is affordable compared to other medicines of the same group.
• It has a high safety profile.
• Most insurance policies cover the cost of Topcynta 100 mg.

Dosage Guidelines

Topcynta 100 mg should be taken with a dosage interval of 4-6 hours. The maximum dose of this opioid pain medication is 600 mg per day. However, the dosage may vary depending on the severity of the condition of the person.

Proper Administration

• Take the pill by mouth with water.
• Do not chew the medication.
• Topcynta pills can be taken with food or on an empty stomach.
• Take this medication under the guidance of a doctor.

Side Effects Of Topcynta 100 Mg

Common side effects of Topcynta 100 mg are:

• Headache
• Vomiting
• Dizziness
• Drowsiness
• Nausea

Serious side effects of this medication that require emergency help include:

• Rash
• Loss of coordination
• Feeling lightheaded
• Hoarseness
• Hives.
• Swelling of the eyes, lips, face, and throat
• Chest pain
• Breathing difficulty

Drug Interaction

Topcynta, when taken with other medicines, can cause drug interactions; as a result, it may reduce, delay, or change how a medication works. Some of the medications (not the complete list) that can interact with Topcynta 100 mg are listed below:

Storage And Disposal

• Keep Topcynta 100 mg in a cool, dry place away from sunlight.
• Keep the medication in a tightly sealed container.
• Throw unused or expired Tapentadol tablets away from the reach of pets and children in a thrash by wrapping them in paper.

Precautions And Warnings

• Do not abruptly stop taking the medication or change the dose without checking with your doctor.
• Using Topcynta 100 mg during pregnancy may cause serious side effects, including neonatal withdrawal syndrome in your newborn baby. Inform your doctor right away if you are pregnant or if you are planning to become pregnant while using this medication.
• This medication can be habit-forming; therefore, do not use more than the prescribed dose and duration.
• Before any surgery, inform your doctor that you are taking Tapentadol.
• Topcynta 100 mg may cause some individuals to become dizzy, drowsy, or less alert than they are normally. Therefore, do not drive or do any other activities that could be dangerous until you know how this medication affects you.