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A. Nyloxin OTC is aimed at treating moderate to severe (Stage 2) chronic pain. Using a pain scale of 1 to 10, Nyloxin may be used to treat pain in the range of 2-6. Nyloxin Rx is aimed at treating severe (Stage 3) chronic pain. Nyloxin by injection is the most potent format.
A. Nyloxin is specifically indicated to treat lower back pain, shoulder pain, cramps, migraines and neuralgia. Clinical experience shows that Nyloxin may also provide relief from other forms of pain such as arthritis and pain associated with cancer.
A. Chronic pain is defined as pain that lasts longer than 3 months. Some experts define it as lasting longer than 6 months. Chronic pain may be related to a number of different medical conditions including diabetes, arthritis, migraine, fibromyalgia, cancer, shingles, sciatica, and previous trauma or injury. Chronic pain may worsen in response to environmental and/or psychological factors.
A. Nyloxin takes time to build up in the system and should initially be taken as directed to achieve pain relief. Once pain is under control, the level of drug may be reduced and can be taken on an as needed basis.
A. The active pharmaceutical ingredient in Nyloxin is Asian Cobra Venom.
A. In animal studies, the active components of Nyloxin gave equivalent analgesic effects with doses 300 times less than aspirin and 30 times less than morphine.
A. Nyloxin is not an opiate-based drug, so it can be used safely in recovering addicts or individuals that have become tolerant to the effects of their pain medication.
A. High doses of Nyloxin are not toxic nor life threatening. However, excessive use of Nyloxin may induce a prolonged headache.
A. While there is no evidence contraindicating its use, there is always concern using any drug during pregnancy.
A. It is not known whether this drug is distributed into breast milk. Oral administration of Nyloxin is not toxic, so there is little cause for concern.
A. There is no information about the use of Nyloxin in children and young adults. Nyloxin is safe around children and accidental ingestion is not a cause for concern.
A. The majority of reported adverse effects of cobra venom are associated with the neurotoxic components of the venom. In clinical studies, subjects injected with cobra venom reported the following dose related adverse effects: headache, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, dizziness, sweating, palpitations, diplopia, nystagmus, hemiplegia. If they occur, the side effects of oral administration are usually nausea, headache and upset stomach.
A. Allergic reactions, sometimes severe (anaphylactic), to cobra venom have been reported when the product is injected. The first symptoms of anaphylaxis are body wide redness and rash, itchy palms and feet, cold sweats. Anaphylaxis manifests usually within 30 minutes of administration. If untreated it can lead to difficulty breathing and a serious drop in blood pressure, both of which can be life threatening. The use of antihistamines was found to alleviate the allergic reaction. Oral administration is unlikely to cause this reaction.
A. Smokers can use Nyloxin, however, it is possible that the nicotine from cigarettes may inhibit the pain relieving affects from Nyloxin.
A. Nyloxin may produce additive affects with opiates, so it is best if opiate use is reduced while taking Nyloxin. |
