Why can nefopam hydrochloride turn urine pink?

iatroX medicinesPublished 21 August 2026Reviewed 21 August 2026

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A temporary pink discolouration can occur rarely and is considered harmless.

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nefopam hydrochloride · Medicine question

iatroX medicinesPublished 21 August 2026Reviewed 21 August 2026

The answer

A temporary pink discolouration can occur rarely and is considered harmless.

Nefopam hydrochloride 30 mg Film-coated Tabletsemc · SmPC Current selected SmPC · Version 2
NHSNHS · NHS medicine guidance

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