Methylnaltrexone bromide - Constipation
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Status 1
Red
Formulations :
- Injection
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Restrictions / Comments :
Important
RSCH Palliative Care Team only
PAD Profile
ChemicalSubstance :
Methylnaltrexone bromide
Indication :
Constipation
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Brand Names Include :
Relistor
Important Information :
For opioid-induced constipation in terminally ill patients when response to other laxatives is inadequate
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Committee Recommendations (1)
26 Oct 11 -
Not Set
Licensed for opioid induced constipation in terminally ill when response to other laxatives isinadequate. This injectable drug is considered as red on the traffic light system - please refer back to acute trust