Fentanyl Skin Patches Medication Information
Get detailed information on Fentanyl Skin Patches, including pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and instructions on how and when to take it and when to avoid it.
The updated prescription information on Fentanyl Skin Patches provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.
You'll also find brand names used in india and internationally, along with pricing details. For further clarification, consult your healthcare provider.
Generic Name : Fentanyl Skin Patches Pronunciation : FEN ta nil trans DERM al Therapeutic Classification : Opioid Analgesic and Anesthesia AdjunctTrade Names/Brand Names of Fentanyl Skin Patches
India :
Durogesic Transdermal Patch , Fendrop Amp, Fenilate Inj , Fenstud Amp, Fent Inj, Trofentyl Inj.
International :
Duragesic .
Why is Fentanyl Skin Patches Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is a narcotic analgesic, prescribed for severe pain. It works by changing the way the brain and nervous system respond to pain.When should Fentanyl Skin Patches not be taken? (Contraindications)
Hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Fentanyl Skin Patches?
Transdermal Intractable cancer pain Initial- Apply patch that delivers 25 mcg/hour of fentanyl in opioid-naive patients. Adjust dose according to response. For patients who have been receiving a strong opioid, initial dose should be based on the previous 24-hour opioid requirement. Replace patch 72 hourly and apply new patch to a different site.How should Fentanyl Skin Patches be taken?
It comes as a patch to apply over dry skin as directed by your physician.What are the warnings and precautions for Fentanyl Skin Patches?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of head injury, brain tumor, stroke, epilepsy, slow heartbeat, difficulty in urinating, Addison's disease, low blood pressure, thyroid, heart, liver, pancreas, gallbladder or kidney disease, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.• It may cause drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
• Avoid alcohol consumption.
• It may cause constipation, take proper diet.
• Caution needed for patients with temperature higher than 102 °F (38.9 °C).
• Avoid abrupt withdrawal.
• Avoid high doses/long-term use of this medication.
What are the side effects of Fentanyl Skin Patches?
Most Serious - Low/high blood pressure.Most Common - Nausea and vomiting.
Body as whole - Headache, fever and back pain.
Heart - Slow heart rate.
Gastrointestinal - Abdominal distention.
Central Nervous System - Speech disorders, tightness of muscle, fainting, numbness, dizziness, sleep disorders, depersonalization and hostility.
Respiratory - Difficulty in breathing, asthma and respiratory disorders.
Skin - Skin inflammation and pus formation.
Eye - Vision loss.
Genitourinary - Bladder pain, absence of urine and increased urinary frequency.
What are the other precautions for Fentanyl Skin Patches?
Do not apply over same skin area.Avoid using soaps, oils, lotions, alcohol or other chemicals on the skin where this medication is applied.
Avoid sexual intercourse.
