Pethidine Hydrochloride

Drug Class: Analgesics
Dosage Form: Injection
Strength: 50mg/ml in 1 and 2ml ampoules
Indications/Special comments: Analgesia in moderate to severe pain including labour, anaesthesia adjunct; see also section introduction notes.
Dosage Administration: IM (preferred), SC: 50 -150mg (usually 100mg) every three to four hour as needed;