Oxymorphone (Numorphan) is a powerful semi-synthetic narcotic analgesic that is derived from morphine, and is approximately 6-8 times more potent. Clinically, it is administered via injection, or suppository; typically in dosages of 1mg (injected) to 5mg (suppository). As a narcotic, oxymorphone can be habit forming, and lead to addiction. __TOC__

Chemical Structure:

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The chemical structure of Oxymorphone could be also described as 14-Hydroxydihydromorphinone.

Usage:

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Oxymorphone is typically used for the relief of moderate to severe pain and also as a preoperative medication to alleviate apprehension, maintain anesthesia, and as an obstetric analgesic. Additionally, it can be used for the alleviation of patients with dyspnea associated with acute left ventricular failure and pulmonary edema.

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