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Tapentadol is a potent analgesic medication used to manage moderate to severe pain. Combining mu-opioid receptor agonism with norepinephrine reuptake inhibition, it offers dual mechanisms of action for effective pain relief. Unlike traditional opioids, Tapentadol exhibits lower abuse potential and respiratory depression risk due to its unique pharmacological profile. Its balanced analgesic efficacy and tolerability make it a preferred choice for chronic pain conditions such as neuropathic pain and osteoarthritis.
