Palladone

What Is Palladone Used For

Palladone is used to relieve moderate to severe pain and has also been used for pain following child birth, surgeries and other procedures. Palladone is also for treatment of pain associated with heart attacks, sickle cell disease and other medical conditions.

If you experience or are concerned or require more information about any of the above conditions, please contact your healthcare prescriber about Palladone.

How To Use Palladone

Remember to take your medication at regular intervals between every dose so that your drug will work efficiently. It is also important to follow the instructions given and read the patient information leaflet provided as these will differ between different medication.

Palladone tablets should be taken by mouth with a glass of water. If you notice Palladone upsetting your stomach you may take with milk or food. Be sure to follow prescription labels closely.

Palladone should only be taken as instructed by your healthcare prescriber. Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your healthcare prescriber first or unless instructed to do so. If the medication is for your child, remember that the dosage instructions will differ, so please check prior to starting the medication.

Conflicting Medications With Palladone

Always consult the doctor who prescribed Palladone to you; as this is only a partial interacting medicines list:
  • Alcohol and medicines containing alcohol
  • Certain antidepressants and tranquilizers
  • Barbiturates such as Phenobarbital
  • Medication for high blood pressure
  • Medication for seizures
  • Muscle relaxants
  • Certain antihistamines used in cold medication
It is very important to inform your healthcare prescriber of your medical history and the drugs that you are taking. For example, drugs that you are currently taking along with Palladone may interact with each other. Inform your healthcare prescriber if you fall into any one of the following categories below:
  • Are a smoker
  • Use any other legal or illegal drugs or substances
  • Consume alcohol or caffeine on a regular basis

All of the categories listed above may affect the outcome of the medicine Palladone and as a result give rise to unwanted side-effects.

Read more information on Palladone using the links under About Palladone