- Anileridine Hydrochloride acts on opioid receptors, altering pain perception and producing sedation.
- It is an opioid analgesic for moderate to severe pain management.
Chemical Formula:
- C₂₂H₂₈N₂O₂·HCl
Mechanism of Action:
- μ-opioid receptor agonist
Therapeutic Uses of Anileridine Hydrochloride:
- Moderate to severe pain (post-op or cancer pain)
- Faster onset than morphine
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Side Effects of Anileridine Hydrochloride:
- Respiratory depression
- Nausea, vomiting
- Drowsiness
- Less constipation than morphine
Notes:
- Now largely discontinued or rarely used
- Greater oral bioavailability than morphine
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