Stadol

Chronic Pain, Pain, Pain + 1 more

Treatment

3 FDA approvals

20 Active Studies for Stadol

What is Stadol

Butorphanol

The Generic name of this drug

Treatment Summary

Nalbuphine is a synthetic painkiller used to treat extreme pain. It works by blocking the pain signals sent to the brain and has properties similar to narcotic drugs.

Stadol

is the brand name

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Stadol Overview & Background

Brand Name

Generic Name

First FDA Approval

How many FDA approvals?

Stadol

Butorphanol

1996

28

Approved as Treatment by the FDA

Butorphanol, also known as Stadol, is approved by the FDA for 3 uses such as Perioperative Pain and Pain .

Perioperative Pain

Pain

Pain

Effectiveness

How Stadol Affects Patients

Butorphanol is a painkiller that has been around since 1978. It blocks pain signals in the brain and spine. There is now a version of this drug that can be taken through the nose, rather than through a needle. This method bypasses the stomach and intestines and is more effective, as it does not break down as much in the body. The effects of the transnasal form of butorphanol kicks in quickly and has a similar effect to the injection form.

How Stadol works in the body

Butorphanol works by interacting with opiate receptors in the brain. It's an agonist-antagonist, meaning it stimulates some opiate receptors, but blocks others. It's not totally clear how it works, but it appears to block some of the effects of opiates.

When to interrupt dosage

The endorsed measure of Stadol is contingent upon the diagnosed state, including Pain, Labor and Delivery and Chronic Pain. The portion of dosage can differ, depending on the technique of application (e.g. Spray - Nasal or Injection) detailed in the table beneath.

Condition

Dosage

Administration

Pain

10.0 mg/mL, , 2.0 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mL

Spray, metered - Nasal, Nasal, Spray, metered, , Intramuscular; Intravenous, Injection, Injection - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Spray, Spray - Nasal, Aerosol, metered; Liquid, Aerosol, metered; Liquid - Nasal, Solution, Solution - Nasal, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Solution - Parenteral, Parenteral

Labor and Delivery

10.0 mg/mL, , 2.0 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mL

Spray, metered - Nasal, Nasal, Spray, metered, , Intramuscular; Intravenous, Injection, Injection - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Spray, Spray - Nasal, Aerosol, metered; Liquid, Aerosol, metered; Liquid - Nasal, Solution, Solution - Nasal, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Solution - Parenteral, Parenteral

Pain

10.0 mg/mL, , 2.0 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mL

Spray, metered - Nasal, Nasal, Spray, metered, , Intramuscular; Intravenous, Injection, Injection - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Spray, Spray - Nasal, Aerosol, metered; Liquid, Aerosol, metered; Liquid - Nasal, Solution, Solution - Nasal, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Solution - Parenteral, Parenteral

Chronic Pain

10.0 mg/mL, , 2.0 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mL

Spray, metered - Nasal, Nasal, Spray, metered, , Intramuscular; Intravenous, Injection, Injection - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Spray, Spray - Nasal, Aerosol, metered; Liquid, Aerosol, metered; Liquid - Nasal, Solution, Solution - Nasal, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Solution - Parenteral, Parenteral

Warnings

Stadol has five contraindications and should not be consumed if the individual is suffering from any of the conditions listed in the table below.

Stadol Contraindications

Condition

Risk Level

Notes

Mental Depression

Do Not Combine

Gastrointestinal obstruction

Do Not Combine

Asthma

Do Not Combine

suspected gastrointestinal obstruction

Do Not Combine

Asthma

Do Not Combine

There are 20 known major drug interactions with Stadol.

Common Stadol Drug Interactions

Drug Name

Risk Level

Description

7,8-Dichloro-1,2,3,4-tetrahydroisoquinoline

Major

The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Butorphanol is combined with 7,8-Dichloro-1,2,3,4-tetrahydroisoquinoline.

Azelastine

Major

Butorphanol may increase the central nervous system depressant (CNS depressant) activities of Azelastine.

Benmoxin

Major

The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Butorphanol is combined with Benmoxin.

Brofaromine

Major

The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Butorphanol is combined with Brofaromine.

Caroxazone

Major

The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Butorphanol is combined with Caroxazone.

Stadol Toxicity & Overdose Risk

Overdosing on butorphanol can be dangerous and lead to symptoms such as shallow breathing, decreased heart function, unconsciousness, and in extreme cases, death.

Stadol Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Stadol?

There are 173 active trials researching the potential of Stadol to alleviate Chronic Pain, Pain and Painful Conditions.

Condition

Clinical Trials

Trial Phases

Chronic Pain

130 Actively Recruiting

Not Applicable, Phase 4, Phase 2, Phase 3, Early Phase 1, Phase 1

Pain

1 Actively Recruiting

Not Applicable

Pain

0 Actively Recruiting

Labor and Delivery

1 Actively Recruiting

Phase 3

Stadol Reviews: What are patients saying about Stadol?

5

Patient Review

12/20/2007

Stadol for Pain

My doctor has used this injection on me a few times when my regular migraine medication didn't take effect. I was groggy afterwards but it did help relieve the pain.

5

Patient Review

11/19/2008

Stadol for Pain

This medication was great for my migraine. I took it and then slept for a few hours, and when I woke up I felt so much better.

5

Patient Review

10/7/2009

Stadol for Pain

Stadol NS is an excellent migraine rescue medication for me, as I cannot take triptans and am allergic to most other options. It does make me very drowsy, but that is a welcome side effect when I am in the throes of a migraine. Just be aware that it is addictive if you have any tendencies in that direction.

5

Patient Review

8/26/2009

Stadol for Pain

Stadol is my go-to pain reliever. It's fast and it works like nothing else I've tried. Unfortunately, now that I've lost my health insurance, it's become quite expensive to purchase.

5

Patient Review

1/14/2009

Stadol for Pain

My doctor prescribed this to me for migraines and it's been extremely effective.

5

Patient Review

10/25/2007

Stadol for Pain

The nasal inhaler is my go-to treatment when migraines strike and nothing else seems to work.

5

Patient Review

12/7/2007

Stadol for Labor Pain

This medication was extremely effective in halting my premature labor.

4.7

Patient Review

10/27/2008

Stadol for Labor Pain

I was given this medicine to help with the pain of childbirth since I wasn't dilated enough for an epidural. It did take away the pain, but I also hallucinated and drifted in and out of consciousness for a few hours.

4

Patient Review

11/2/2009

Stadol for Pain

Although it is the only medication I have found to rid myself of a migraine, it also has an after effect of another headache, thus contnual use. Also, while on it I get a sense of out of self, a detachment. I find it a very odd mental state. I often can't wait until the drug wears off because the mental state can become so uncomfortable.

3.7

Patient Review

6/7/2008

Stadol for Labor Pain

This was given to me early on in labor and it helped take the edge off of the pain. However, once things ramped up and I was dealing with more intense pain, this medication no longer did anything for me. That being said, I didn't experience any negative side effects.

3

Patient Review

11/12/2007

Stadol for Pain

I had a severe allergic reaction to this treatment, including difficulty breathing and swallowing. I had to go to the emergency room for help.

1.7

Patient Review

2/26/2008

Stadol for Labor Pain

The hallucinations I experienced while on this medication were absolutely horrible. I was in so much pain and felt completely out of it. The only thing that helped was letting the medicine wear off and then finally getting an epidural.

1

Patient Review

1/11/2008

Stadol for Pain

I had a very severe reaction to this medication that included difficulty breathing, blurred vision, and hallucinations. I had to go to the emergency room as a result.

1

Patient Review

3/13/2008

Stadol for Pain

This drug was terrible for me. It caused my heart rate to spike, made it hard to breathe, and gave me anxiety attacks.

1

Patient Review

2/16/2009

Stadol for Labor Pain

I was given this medication while in the hospital without my knowledge. I was only told about it after it had already been put into my IV. I wasn't properly informed of what the drug was for or of any potential side effects, except for drowsiness. As a result, I experienced the side effect of false security which made me feel paranoid.
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Patient Q&A Section about stadol

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

Do doctors still prescribe Stadol?

"The drug is no longer being made. However, it can still be found in the US under the name of butorphanol as well as in other countries under different brand names."

Answered by AI

What are the side effects of Stadol?

"Some of the possible side effects of this medication include drowsiness, dizziness, constipation, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, dry mouth, warmth or redness under the skin."

Answered by AI

Why is Stadol used during labor?

"Narcotic pain medications are often given during early labor. These medications are given as an injection into the buttocks muscle or through the intravenous (IV) route during active labor."

Answered by AI

What is the drug Stadol used for?

"This medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain, including pain from surgery, muscle pain, and migraines. It is similar to morphine in that it is an opioid pain reliever. It works by affecting certain centers in the brain that control pain."

Answered by AI

Clinical Trials for Stadol

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SBS-147 Safety Study

18 - 55
All Sexes
Cypress, CA

This study is part of the HEAL Initiative supported by the NIH. The purpose of this study is to learn how safe the study drug, SBS-147, is and how people's bodies respond to and process it. Researchers will also look for any side effects that may occur when taking SBS-147. Some participants will receive SBS-147, and others will receive a placebo, which looks the same but does not contain any medicine. This helps researchers fairly compare results. The study includes two parts: Single-Dose Group, where Participants receive SBS-147 or placebo one time. Multiple-Dose Group, where Participants receive SBS-147 or placebo once or twice daily for 7 days.

Phase 1
Waitlist Available

AltaSciences, Inc

Jeff Reich, MD

Sparian Biosciences, Inc

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Guided Imagery Therapy for Abdominal Pain

7 - 12
All Sexes
Austin, TX

Chronic abdominal pain is common among children, and the majority of cases are attributed to functional abdominal pain disorders. One approach to treating these disorders is by using psychological therapies. This clinical trial aims to see how well pre-recorded guided imagery therapy sessions help children's abdominal pain when delivered via a mobile application (app) on a smartphone or tablet. Participants will complete a baseline abdominal pain and stooling diary to determine eligibility, as well as other surveys. Eligible participants will be given access to the guided imagery therapy mobile application. This intervention asks participants to listen to a 10- to 15-minute GIT session 5 out of 7 days per week for 8 weeks, in addition to their usual care for their abdominal pain. Then, participants will complete another abdominal pain and stooling diary, along with other psychometric surveys, at the end of this intervention period. Participants will also collect another diary and surveys 3 months post-treatment.

Waitlist Available
Has No Placebo

Baylor College of Medicine/Texas Children's Hospital (+1 Sites)

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