Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Nucynta as follows: Nucynta slows down the bowel movements heavily and leads to constipation. Increase intake of daily fiber can help the situation and promote regular bowel movements. Any signs and symptoms of intestinal obstruction and ileus, such as, intense bloating, constipation, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting must be immediately reported. Any lack of bowel movement in 3 days must be reported to the physician. [...]

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Nucynta as follows: Avoid using Nucynta along with other medications that have a potential to cause respiratory depression, such as, muscle relaxants, sedatives, and antianxiety medications. Though they cause mild respiratory depression individually, they can have an additive effect when combined with Nucynta and thus, precipitate severe respiratory depression. Do not change the dose on Nucynta without consulting your doctor. Do not share your Nucynta [...]

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Nucynta as follows: Nucynta must be avoided or used cautiously in individuals allergic to other opioid analgesics, such as Hydrocodone, Morphine, and Codeine. Drink plenty of water with Nucynta and keep up with your daily fluid requirements without fail. This can help prevent episodes of constipation. Also, maintain compliance with laxative intake, as recommended by your doctor. Nucynta produces an intense feeling of drowsiness and [...]

Patient was educated on contraindications for using Nucynta as follows: Nucynta affects the respiratory center in the brain and induces slowing down of respirations. The breathing pattern can become irregular with reduced gas exchange and lead to elevated carbon dioxide and reduced oxygen levels in the body. Overdose of Nucynta can also cause respiratory arrest. Nucynta should be avoided or used with extreme caution in individuals with history of respiratory abnormalities, such as, asthma and [...]

Patient was educated on contraindications for using Nucynta as follows: Nucynta must be avoided or used cautiously in individuals allergic to other opioid analgesics, such as Hydrocodone, Morphine, and Codeine. Nucynta slows down the bowel movements heavily and leads to constipation. Nucynta must be avoided or used with extreme caution in chronically constipated patients, as they are at increased risk for episodes of ileus and intestinal obstruction with Nucynta. Nucynta produces an intense feeling of [...]