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oliveridine

Mu-opioid receptor biased agonist · Analgesic

Mu-opioid receptor biased agonistAnalgesic
CDSCO approved
EXCRETION
not curated
INTERACTIONS
none in our sources
PREGNANCY
not curated

Mechanism

Oliceridine is the first mu-opioid receptor biased agonist approved by the FDA, designed to preferentially activate G protein pathways over β-arrestin pathways. However, its overall pharmacological profile and contraindications are similar to morphine.

Indications

severe acute pain requiring an intravenous opioid (hospital setting only, when alternative treatments do not provide adequate pain relief)

Dosing

Adult
1-3 mg/1-3h intravenous; initial dose 1-2 mg intravenous

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Sources: Goodman & Gilman 14e·Verified: 2026-05-10 · House clinical team