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Butorphanol is in a group of drugs called narcotic pain relievers. It is similar to morphine. Butorphanol is used to treat moderate to severe pain. It is also used as part of anesthesia for surgery, or during early labor (if childbirth is expected to be more than 4 hours away). Butorphanol may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
