Opioid Drugs Flashcards
What is Morphine’s drug class?
Opioid analgesic
What is the mechanism of action of Morphine?
Binds to opioid receptors in the brain and spinal cord to reduce pain perception
What are the drug targets of Morphine?
Mu-opioid receptors
What is the expected time for effect of Morphine?
15-60 minutes
What are the pharmacodynamics of Morphine?
Provides analgesia, sedation, and euphoria
What is the absorption characteristic of Morphine?
Well absorbed orally, but significant first-pass metabolism
What is the distribution characteristic of Morphine?
Widely distributed throughout the body
How is Morphine excreted?
Primarily renal
What is the metabolism of Morphine?
Hepatic
What are the dosage ranges for Morphine?
10-30 mg every 4 hours as needed
What is a key fact about Morphine?
High potential for addiction and abuse
What is Dilaudid’s drug class?
Opioid analgesic
What is the mechanism of action of Dilaudid?
Binds to opioid receptors in the brain and spinal cord to reduce pain perception
What are the drug targets of Dilaudid?
Mu-opioid receptors
What is the expected time for effect of Dilaudid?
15-30 minutes
What are the pharmacodynamics of Dilaudid?
Provides analgesia, sedation, and euphoria
What is the absorption characteristic of Dilaudid?
Well absorbed orally
What is the distribution characteristic of Dilaudid?
Widely distributed throughout the body
How is Dilaudid excreted?
Primarily renal
What is the metabolism of Dilaudid?
Hepatic
What are the dosage ranges for Dilaudid?
2-4 mg every 4-6 hours as needed
What is a key fact about Dilaudid?
More potent than morphine
What is Codeine’s drug class?
Opioid analgesic
What is the mechanism of action of Codeine?
Binds to opioid receptors in the brain and spinal cord to reduce pain perception
What are the drug targets of Codeine?
Mu-opioid receptors
What is the expected time for effect of Codeine?
30-60 minutes
What are the pharmacodynamics of Codeine?
Provides analgesia and cough suppression
What is the absorption characteristic of Codeine?
Well absorbed orally
What is the distribution characteristic of Codeine?
Widely distributed throughout the body
How is Codeine excreted?
Primarily renal
What is the metabolism of Codeine?
Hepatic (converted to morphine)
What are the dosage ranges for Codeine?
15-60 mg every 4-6 hours as needed
What is a key fact about Codeine?
Less potent than morphine
What is Oxycodone’s drug class?
Opioid analgesic
What is the mechanism of action of Oxycodone?
Binds to opioid receptors in the brain and spinal cord to reduce pain perception
What are the drug targets of Oxycodone?
Mu-opioid receptors
What is the expected time for effect of Oxycodone?
10-30 minutes
What are the pharmacodynamics of Oxycodone?
Provides analgesia, sedation, and euphoria
What is the absorption characteristic of Oxycodone?
Well absorbed orally
What is the distribution characteristic of Oxycodone?
Widely distributed throughout the body
How is Oxycodone excreted?
Primarily renal
What is the metabolism of Oxycodone?
Hepatic
What are the dosage ranges for Oxycodone?
5-15 mg every 4-6 hours as needed
What is a key fact about Oxycodone?
High potential for addiction and abuse
What is Percadan/Percocet’s drug class?
Opioid analgesic combination
What is the mechanism of action of Percadan/Percocet?
Binds to opioid receptors in the brain and spinal cord to reduce pain perception; acetaminophen inhibits prostaglandin synthesis
What are the drug targets of Percadan/Percocet?
Mu-opioid receptors
What is the expected time for effect of Percadan/Percocet?
10-30 minutes
What are the pharmacodynamics of Percadan/Percocet?
Provides analgesia, sedation, and euphoria
What is the absorption characteristic of Percadan/Percocet?
Well absorbed orally
What is the distribution characteristic of Percadan/Percocet?
Widely distributed throughout the body
How is Percadan/Percocet excreted?
Primarily renal
What is the metabolism of Percadan/Percocet?
Hepatic
What are the dosage ranges for Percadan/Percocet?
2.5-10 mg oxycodone every 6 hours as needed
What is a key fact about Percadan/Percocet?
High potential for addiction and abuse
What is Methadone’s drug class?
Opioid analgesic
What is the mechanism of action of Methadone?
Binds to opioid receptors in the brain and spinal cord to reduce pain perception
What are the drug targets of Methadone?
Mu-opioid receptors
What is the expected time for effect of Methadone?
30-60 minutes
What are the pharmacodynamics of Methadone?
Provides analgesia, sedation, and euphoria
What is the absorption characteristic of Methadone?
Well absorbed orally
What is the distribution characteristic of Methadone?
Widely distributed throughout the body
How is Methadone excreted?
Primarily renal
What is the metabolism of Methadone?
Hepatic
What are the dosage ranges for Methadone?
2.5-10 mg every 8-12 hours as needed
What is a key fact about Methadone?
Long half-life, used for opioid dependence treatment