[The hydrochloride salt form of pentazocine, a benzomorphan narcotic agonist-antagonist. Pentazocine hydrochloride binds to and activates kappa- and sigma-opioid receptors, resulting in sedation and analgesia. In addition, this agent antagonizes the mu-receptor. Pentazocine hydrochloride partially reverses opiate-induced cardiovascular, respiratory, and behavioral depression. ( NCI )]
UMLS (NCI) C0355587 - Organic Chemical
- Pharmacologic Substance
Relation/PAR: PENTAZOCINE
Relation/CHD: PENTAZOCINE HYDROCHLORIDE 50 MG
PENTAZOCINE HYDROCHLORIDE 12.5 MG
PENTAZOCINE HYDROCHLORIDE 25 MG