DESCRIPTION
TAPENTA® is a preparation of Tapentadol Hydrochloride. Tapentadol is a centrally-acting synthetic opioid analgesic. Although its exact mechanism is unknown, analgesic efficacy is thought to be due to ų-opioid agonist activity and the inhibition of norepinephrine reuptake.
INDICATIONS
Indicated for the relief of moderate to severe acute pain in patients 18 years of age or older.