Aspadol 150

What Is Aspadol 150 Mg?

Aspadol 150 mg is a high-strength opioid analgesic prescribed for the management of severe acute or chronic pain in adults. It contains Tapentadol Hydrochloride 150 mg, a centrally acting painkiller that works by stimulating μ-opioid receptors and inhibiting the reuptake of norepinephrine in the central nervous system.

This dual mechanism helps block pain signals and alters how the body perceives discomfort.

Manufactured by Hab Pharma, Aspadol 150 mg is available in both Immediate-Release (IR) and Extended-Release (ER) forms, offering flexibility in pain management for individuals who do not respond adequately to you should opt for smaller dosages like 100 mg or 75 mg Aspadol.

Composition of Aspadol 150 Mg

Each tablet of Aspadol includes:

• Active Ingredient: Tapentadol Hydrochloride 150 mg
• Inactive Ingredients: Microcrystalline cellulose, lactose monohydrate, povidone, magnesium stearate, and other pharmaceutical excipients

These components ensure proper disintegration, absorption, and consistent drug delivery in both IR and ER formulations.

How Does Aspadol 150 mg Work?

Tapentadol is known as Aspadol. Tapentadol is an alternative analgesic agent in the central nervous system. It acts to bind with the G-opioid receptor and also inhibits norepinephrine reabsorption.

In these two ways it halts pain messages, and alters the processing of pain in the brain. Due to high strength and opioid derivative, it can only be taken under the supervision of the doctor, to prevent overdoses of the patients.

Who Can Use Aspadol 150 Mg?

Aspadol is a pain medication that is licensed to grown-ups above 20 years. It is to be used by individuals with very hard-to-treat pains. The condition of helpfulness of this medicine lies in post surgical, trauma or instances of poor neuropathic or cancer goes-wrong-with-pain.

Medical Uses of Aspadol 150 Mg

Immediate-Release (IR):

• Severe post-operative pain
• Dental or orthopedic surgical pain
• Intense musculoskeletal pain
• Traumatic injury-related pain

Extended-Release (ER):

• Diabetic peripheral neuropathy
• Long-term back, spine, or joint pain
• Advanced osteoarthritis pain
• Chronic pain related to cancer or fibromyalgia

Benefits of Aspadol 150 Mg

Aspadol offers several powerful advantages in pain management:

1. Rapid action (within 30–60 minutes) for acute pain control (IR tablets)
2. Up to 12 hours of sustained relief with ER formulation
3. Effective where lower doses fail to provide adequate pain control
4. Lower GI side effects compared to traditional opioids
5. Convenient twice-daily dosing for chronic pain in ER form

Dosage Guidelines

For Immediate-Release:

Take 150 mg every 4 to 6 hours, as directed. Do not exceed 600 mg per day without physician approval.

For Extended-Release:

Take 150 mg every 12 hours. Do not exceed 500 mg per day unless advised by your doctor.

Important Tips:

1. Swallowing tablets with water. Do not chew nor crush them.
2. Avoid medications containing alcohol, sedatives, and various CNS depressants.
3. Do not self-adjust the dose or take extra tablets
4. In case you miss a dose, you should take it in 12 hours. In case it is over 12 hours late, do not go.

Possible Side Effects

Typically the medicine is well tolerated under the guidance by a doctor, though in some cases users may experience the following side effects:

• Nausea or gastrointestinal discomfort
• Constipation or dry mouth
• Headache, drowsiness, or dizziness
• Muscle stiffness or abnormal dreams

Serious but rare side effects include:

• Anaphylaxis (rash, facial swelling, breathing trouble)
• Respiratory depression
• Balance issues (ataxia) or severe sedation
• Allergic reactions affecting the throat or skin

Drug Interactions

Aspadol may interact with several medications and substances. Use caution with:

• Other opioids: tramadol, morphine, oxycodone
• Benzodiazepines: alprazolam (Xanax), diazepam (Valium)
• Muscle relaxants: carisoprodol, tizanidine
• Antidepressants: SSRIs, SNRIs, MAO inhibitors
• Antiepileptic drugs: gabapentin, levetiracetam, midazolam

Storage Instructions

1. Store at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F)
2. Keep away from direct sunlight, heat, and moisture
3. Keep this medicine in a secure area away from the reach of kids and pets

Precautions & Safety Advice

1. Do not consume items such as grapefruit and alcohol during treatment.
2. Do not drive a car or use machinery until you know how this medicine affects you.
3. Careful use of these products is to be applied on individuals with heart, liver, renal, and lung disorders.
4. Not intended for use in patients under 18 years old

Pregnancy Warning: Tapentadol (Aspadol) is category C and could be harmful to a fetus or reduce male fertility. Do not use during pregnancy or breastfeeding only necessary.

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Written by: Dr. Kajal Patel
M.D. (internal Medicine)
7+ Years Experience

Reviewed by: Dr. Megha Zanda
M.D. (internal Medicine)
7+ Years in Men's Health