Fortwin Injection 1ml

Fortwin injection is an analgesic medicine. It contains pentazocine as an active ingredient that belongs to opioids (pain relief medicine). Fortwin injection helps in relieving moderate to severe pains.

It acts on certain nerve cells of the spinal cord and brain to relieve pain. This medicine is administered by your doctor. Hence, it is recommended not to self administer it.

If you are a pregnant or nursing woman, inform your doctor before administering this medicine. Before starting the treatment with this medicine, inform the doctor about your detailed medical history including all the medicines you are currently taking.

Dosage

Overdose

The possibility for an overdose is unlikely as this medicine will be administered/given by a healthcare professional. If any unusual signs and symptoms like weak breathing, dizziness, extreme drowsiness, etc experienced, then immediately inform your doctor.

Missed a Dose

The possibility of missing a dose is unlikely as this medicine will be administered by a healthcare professional.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Fortwin injection helps in reducing and relieving the pain by acting on nerve cells of the spinal cord and brain. It acts on certain receptors of the spinal cord and brain and blocks the pain impulse.

Directions for Use

• This medicine will be given in the hospital by your doctor or nurse as an injection.
• Please follow any aftercare instructions given by your doctor.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I receive the Fortwin injection during pregnancy?

• It is not considered to be safe during pregnancy, as it may affect the foetus. However your doctor may prescribe you this medicine after assessing your condition, but do not stop taking the medications abruptly.
• The doctor will guide you on how to gradually stop taking this medicine.

Breast Feeding

Can I receive the Fortwin injection while breastfeeding?

The component of this injection passes into the breastmilk. Hence, it is recommended not to breastfeed during the treatment as it may harm the newborn baby. Therefore, the doctor will decide whether to discontinue breastfeeding or to discontinue the treatment depending upon the benefits of the medicine for a nursing mother.

Driving

Can I drive if I have received the Fortwin injection?

You may feel drowsy, dizzy or lightheadedness after you receive this injection. Hence, it is recommended to avoid activities like driving, operating machinery.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol if I have received the Fortwin injection?

No, it is not recommended to consume alcohol as it may cause more drowsiness, slow breathing or other serious side effects. If you have a habit of consuming alcohol consult your doctor before receiving this medicine.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have any pre-existing medical condition such as liver or kidney problem, heart problem, migraine, heart disorder, high/low blood pressure, the problem with your thyroid gland, depression, psychiatric problems, etc.
• You are a pregnant or nursing woman. If a doctor prescribes you this medicine during pregnancy and lactation, then you should be very careful and watch the baby for any kind of unusual symptoms like shakiness, breathing problem, fever, vomit etc and immediately report to the doctor.
• You may develop the chances of opioid abuse, misuse or addiction.
• You notice any unusual signs and symptoms while in treatment with this medicine.
• You are already taking any other oral medicines like opioids along with the Fortwin injection. It can cause more drowsiness, breathing problems, decreased awareness, etc.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to any of the ingredients present in the Fortwin injection.
• If you can control the pain by using other pain killers.
• If you have any kind of pre-existing medical condition such as heart problems, blockades in bowel or stomach or intestines, stomach ache, respiratory problem, etc.
• If you have any head injury.
• If you have a known history of fits.
• If you have a habit of drinking alcohol.
• If you recently had or have a planned surgery.

Side effects

• Drowsiness
• Nausea
• Lack of sleep
• Dry mouth
• Problem with vision
• Low sex drive
• Vomiting
• Headache
• Sweating

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way the Fortwin injection works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines received at the same time.
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might receive to avoid any possible interaction. Also, you should inform your doctor if you or your child has a planned surgery or vaccination scheduled.
• Especially, if you are taking medicines like other sedatives, muscle relaxants, general anaesthetics, psychiatric related medicines, alcohol, linezolid, buprenorphine, butorphanol, water pills, medicines for migraine, St. John's Wort (a herbal medicine), etc.

Storage and disposal

• Store this medicine as per the instructions given on the packaging box.
• Protect it from bright light.
• Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What should I know if I have received the Fortwin injection?

• This medicine is a habit-forming medicine. It may cause dizziness, drowsiness, etc.
• It is recommended to avoid driving or operating machinery.
• It is also recommended to avoid consuming alcohol while you are in the treatment with this medicine.

Are opioids addictive?

Yes, prolonged use of opioids can lead to addiction.

Can opioid addiction be treated?

Yes, getting rid of opioid addiction can be hard, but it is possible.