Numorphan
Numorphan
Numorphan (pronounced: noo-MOR-fan) is a brand name for the drug Oxymorphone, a powerful semi-synthetic opioid analgesic first developed in Germany circa 1914.
Etymology
The name "Numorphan" is derived from the words 'numb' and 'orphan'. 'Numb' refers to the drug's analgesic properties, while 'orphan' is a reference to its status as a derivative of the opium poppy, which is often referred to as the "orphan" of the plant world due to its solitary growth habit.
Usage
Numorphan is used to help relieve severe ongoing pain (such as due to cancer). It belongs to a class of drugs known as Opioid Analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain.
Side Effects
Like all opioids, Numorphan can cause a number of side effects, including drowsiness, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, and constipation. In some cases, it can also cause more serious side effects such as slow/shallow breathing, seizures, and addiction.
Related Terms
- Opioid: A class of drugs that includes the illegal drug heroin, synthetic opioids such as fentanyl, and pain relievers available legally by prescription, such as oxycodone (OxyContin®), hydrocodone (Vicodin®), codeine, morphine, and many others.
- Analgesic: A drug used to relieve pain.
- Oxymorphone: The generic name for Numorphan.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Numorphan
- Wikipedia's article - Numorphan
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