Embeda and Salsalate

• Generic Name: morphine / naltrexone
• Dosage Forms: capsule, extended release
• Other Brand Names: Embeda

Embeda contains a combination of morphine and naltrexone. Morphine is an opioid pain medication. An opioid is sometimes called a narcotic. Naltrexone blocks certain effects of opioid medication, including feelings of well-being that can lead to opioid abuse.

Embeda is used to treat moderate to severe pain when around-the-clock pain relief is needed for a long time period. Naltrexone is included in this medication to prevent the misuse of the narcotic ingredient.

Embeda is an extended-release opioid pain medicine that is not for use on an as-needed basis for pain.

• Generic Name: salsalate
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Disalcid, Salsitab, Salflex, Argesic-SA, Amigesic, Marthritic, Mono-Gesic, Anaflex

Salsalate is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) in a group of drugs called salicylates (sa-LIS-il-ates).

Salsalate is used to reduce pain, swelling, and joint stiffness caused by rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, or rheumatic disorder.

Salsalate may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.