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Fentanyl is available as a skin patch, lozenge, pills, shots, a film that dissolves in your mouth, nasal spray, or by IV (intravenous). You should wear the DURAGESIC Doctors give trusted answers on uses, effects, side-effects, and cautions: Dr. Boeru on sandoz fentanyl transdermal system: http://www.rxlist.com/duragesic-drug.htm. Fentanyl Sandoz Patches is a brand of medicine containing the active ingredient fentanyl. Find out about side effects, who can take it and who shouldn’t use.
What will it do for me? Fentanyl belongs to a group of medications called opioids. Fentanyl is used to treat persistent chronic (long- term) severe pain for those who need constant pain relief and are currently taking other opioid (narcotic) medications.
It acts on the brain to increase pain tolerance. This medication may be available under multiple brand names and/or in several different forms. Any specific brand name of this medication may not be available in all of the forms or approved for all of the conditions discussed here. As well, some forms of this medication may not be used for all of the conditions discussed here. Your doctor may have suggested this medication for conditions other than those listed in these drug information articles.
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If you have not discussed this with your doctor or are not sure why you are using this medication, speak to your doctor. Do not stop using this medication without consulting your doctor.
Do not give this medication to anyone else, even if they have the same symptoms as you do. It can be harmful for people to use this medication if their doctor has not prescribed it.
How should I use this medication? The dose of fentanyl transdermal patch must be individualized and is based on many factors, including the dose of opioid medication that a person is currently using before starting this medication.
Many things can affect the dose of a medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are using the medication without consulting your doctor. Apply the patch to non- irritated and non- irradiated (not exposed to radiation) skin on a flat surface such as the chest, back, flank (side of the body between the upper abdomen and back), or upper arm. Hair at the application site should be clipped (not shaved) before applying a patch. Clean the area with water only; do not use soaps, oils, lotions, alcohol, or any other agent that might irritate the skin. Using soap, alcohol, or other chemicals to clean the skin may cause the fentanyl to be absorbed faster, causing unwanted side effects. After cleaning, allow the skin to dry completely before applying the patch.
Each patch may be worn continuously for 7. A new patch should be applied on a different skin site after removal of the previous one. This helps to prevent skin irritation, which may increase the speed that the fentanyl is absorbed through the skin.
The patch should be pressed firmly in place with the palm of the hand for 3. Make sure the contact is complete – especially around the edges. The patch should not be folded so that only part of the patch is exposed. If the patch does not stick to the skin properly, tape the edges of the patch with first- aid tape. If the patch still does not stick, you can cover the patch with a transparent adhesive film dressing recommended by your doctor or pharmacist. If the patch falls off before 7.
Wash your hands immediately with water only, after applying or removing the patch. Consult the package insert, your doctor, or your pharmacist for additional instructions on how to use the medication. Do not use the patch if it is cut, damaged, or altered in any way. After 7. 2 hours, there is still enough medication in the patch to cause serious harm to someone who is not using the fentanyl patch for pain control. When you remove the patch, fold it in half and dispose of it safely, somewhere that pets and other people will not come into contact with it. Maximum pain relief may not occur for up to 7. Your doctor may give you a short- acting pain control medication during this period.
This medication may be habit- forming if taken for long periods of time. Do not stop taking this medication without talking with your doctor. If this medication is stopped suddenly, you may experience withdrawal symptoms such as: anxietydiarrheahallucinationsnauseashakinesssweatingtremorstrouble sleeping. If you plan on stopping the medication, your doctor may want you to reduce the dose gradually to reduce the severity of withdrawal effects. If you experience any of the following side effects of too much fentanyl in the body, seek immediate medical help: cold or clammy skinconfusiondizzinessfeeling fainthallucinationsseizuresevere sleepinessslow heartbeatslow or shallow breathingtrouble breathingunable to think, walk, or talk normally It is important to use this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
Do not apply 2 patches to make up for a missed one. If you are not sure what to do after missing a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice. Store this medication at room temperature and keep it out of the reach of children. Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired. What form(s) does this medication come in? Sandoz Fentanyl is a skin patch that gradually delivers fentanyl through the skin into the bloodstream for 7.
The amount of fentanyl released per hour from each rectangular transparent patch is directly related to the surface area of the patch. The remaining components of the patch are pharmacologically inactive. It provides fentanyl at a rate of 1. Nonmedicinal ingredients: acrylic- vinylacetate copolymer adhesive, polyethylene terephthalate backing foil, and siliconized polyethylene terephthalate release liner.
It provides fentanyl at a rate of 2. Nonmedicinal ingredients: acrylic- vinylacetate copolymer adhesive, polyethylene terephthalate backing foil, and siliconized polyethylene terephthalate release liner. It provides fentanyl at a rate of 3. Nonmedicinal ingredients: acrylic- vinylacetate copolymer adhesive, polyethylene terephthalate backing foil, and siliconized polyethylene terephthalate release liner. It provides fentanyl at a rate of 5. Nonmedicinal ingredients: acrylic- vinylacetate copolymer adhesive, polyethylene terephthalate backing foil, and siliconized polyethylene terephthalate release liner. It provides fentanyl at a rate of 7.
Nonmedicinal ingredients: acrylic- vinylacetate copolymer adhesive, polyethylene terephthalate backing foil, and siliconized polyethylene terephthalate release liner. It provides fentanyl at a rate of 1.
Nonmedicinal ingredients: acrylic- vinylacetate copolymer adhesive, polyethylene terephthalate backing foil, and siliconized polyethylene terephthalate release liner. Who should NOT take this medication? Do not use this medication if you: are allergic to fentanyl, the adhesives used in the patch, or any ingredients of the medicationare not already using opioid (narcotic) painkillers to manage your painhave acute or severe bronchial asthmahave acute pain or pain following surgery, including outpatient surgeryhave mild or intermittent pain that can otherwise be managedhave or are suspected to have paralytic ileus (a condition of the intestine that does not allow material to pass through the intestine) or any other conditions that block the intestine, narrow the intestine, or slow down movement through the intestinehave or may have . A side effect is an unwanted response to a medication when it is used in normal doses. Side effects can be mild or severe, temporary or permanent. The side effects listed below are not experienced by everyone who takes this medication.
If you are concerned about side effects, discuss the risks and benefits of this medication with your doctor. The following side effects have been reported by at least 1% of people using this medication. Many of these side effects can be managed, and some may go away on their own over time.
Contact your doctor if you experience these side effects and they are severe or bothersome. Your pharmacist may be able to advise you on managing side effects. Although most of the side effects listed below don't happen very often, they could lead to serious problems if you do not seek medical attention. Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur: confusionfaintingmood changespounding or irregular heartbeatsigns of depression (e. Seek immediate medical attention if any of the following occur: cold, clammy skindifficulty speaking or walking normallyhallucinations (seeing, hearing, or feeling things that are not actually there)seizuresevere sleepinesssigns of a serious allergic reaction (e. Some people may experience side effects other than those listed. Check with your doctor if you notice any symptom that worries you while you are taking this medication.
Are there any other precautions or warnings for this medication? Before you begin using a medication, be sure to inform your doctor of any medical conditions or allergies you may have, any medications you are taking, whether you are pregnant or breast- feeding, and any other significant facts about your health. These factors may affect how you should use this medication.
HEALTH CANADA ADVISORYOctober 1. Health Canada has issued new restrictions concerning the use of Duragesic MAT, pms- Fentanyl MTX, RAN- Fentanyl Matrix Patch, ratio- Fentanyl, Sandoz Fentanyl, and Teva- Fentanyl (fentanyl transdermal patch). To read the full Health Canada Advisory, visit Health Canada's web site at www. Abdominal conditions: Fentanyl may make the diagnosis of abdominal conditions more difficult or it may worsen these conditions. Accidental exposure can occur when a patch is transferred to someone else through hugging or moving them in bed.
If this happens, immediately remove the patch from the person, wash the area with water, and seek immediate medical attention. If you are applying the patch for someone, wash your hands with water only immediately after applying or removing the patch. Dependence and withdrawal: As with other opioid medications (narcotics), fentanyl may become habit- forming if taken for long periods of time.