Dipipanone

Dipipanone is a powerful opioid analgesic drug, which is used for the treatment of severe pain. It is a member of the 4,4-diphenylheptane-3-one group of opioids. Dipipanone is an opioid of the open chain class (methadone and its relatives). It was developed by the Swiss pharmaceutical company Roche and introduced in the United Kingdom as Diconal by Martindale Pharmaceuticals, a subsidiary of the pharmaceutical company Martindale Pharma.

Etymology

The term "Dipipanone" is derived from its chemical name, which is 4,4-diphenyl-6-(1-piperidyl)-heptan-3-one.

Pharmacology

Dipipanone produces similar effects to other opioids, including analgesia, sedation, dizziness and nausea. It is considered to be a strong opioid analgesic and is primarily used in the management of severe pain. Dipipanone is a Schedule II controlled substance in the United States and a Class A drug in the United Kingdom.

Side Effects

Common side effects of dipipanone include constipation, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, and respiratory depression. As with all opioids, long-term effects can vary but can include diminished libido, apathy and memory loss. It is also potentially lethal in overdose.

Related Terms

• Opioid: A class of drugs that include the illegal drug heroin, synthetic opioids such as fentanyl, and pain relievers available legally by prescription, such as oxycodone (OxyContin®), hydrocodone (Vicodin®), codeine, morphine, and many others.
• Analgesic: A drug used to relieve pain.
• Martindale Pharma: A pharmaceutical company that introduced Dipipanone in the United Kingdom.

See Also

• Opioid epidemic
• Pain management
• Drug overdose

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