Am J Hosp Pharm. 1977 Apr;34(4):413-23.

Propoxyphene: a review.

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A critical analysis of information on propoxyphene that has been published since the drug's introduction is presented. Propoxyphene is discussed with regard to its chemistry, metabolism and pharmacokinetics, analgesic efficacy, analgesic efficacy of combination products, nonanalgesic uses, adverse effects, overdosage, and dependence and abuse. Both the hydrochloride and napsylate salts are covered. It is doubtful that propoxyphene hydrochloride 65 mg provides an analgesic effect equal to that of aspirin 650 mg. There is no conclusive evidence that combinations of propoxyphene with other analgesics are more effective than propoxyphene or other analgesics alone.

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