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Propoxyphene: a review.

R R Miller

    American Journal of Hospital Pharmacy
    |April 1, 1977
    PubMed
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    Propoxyphene hydrochloride (65 mg) likely offers less pain relief than aspirin (650 mg). Combination products show no proven superior analgesic efficacy over single agents.

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    Area of Science:

    • Pharmacology
    • Clinical Pharmacy
    • Drug Analysis

    Background:

    • Propoxyphene, available as hydrochloride and napsylate salts, has been widely prescribed.
    • Comprehensive reviews of its properties and clinical use are essential for informed medical practice.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To critically analyze existing data on propoxyphene since its market introduction.
    • To evaluate the drug's chemistry, pharmacokinetics, efficacy, safety, and abuse potential.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review and critical analysis of published information on propoxyphene.
    • Examination of data concerning propoxyphene hydrochloride and napsylate salts.

    Main Results:

    • Doubtful efficacy of propoxyphene hydrochloride (65 mg) compared to aspirin (650 mg).

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  • Lack of conclusive evidence supporting enhanced analgesic efficacy of propoxyphene combination products.
  • Discussion of propoxyphene's chemistry, metabolism, pharmacokinetics, adverse effects, overdose, and abuse potential.

    • Conclusions:

    • The analgesic efficacy of propoxyphene, particularly in standard doses compared to aspirin, is questionable.
    • Combination analgesics containing propoxyphene do not demonstrate superior effectiveness.
    • Further evaluation of propoxyphene's risk-benefit profile is warranted.