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Fentanyl Oral Lozenge
IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug.
FENTANYL – ORAL LOZENGE
(FEN-tuh-nill)
WARNING: Because severe, even fatal breathing problems have occurred during fentanyl use, it should be used only for anesthesia before a diagnostic test or surgery. You will be closely monitored in a hospital setting (e.g., emergency room) for breathing ability until you recover from use of this medication. Report immediately unusually slow or shallow breathing. Do not use this medication for short- or long-term pain control. Children that weigh less than 22 pounds (10 kilograms) are not to use this medication. Do not use more than prescribed by your doctor. The maximum dose any child or adult should receive is 400mcg, regardless of weight.
USES: This medication is a narcotic pain reliever which also relieves anxiety and causes drowsiness. This drug is used in surgery and during medical procedures. This drug is not indicated for use in general pain control.
HOW TO USE: This drug is used in the mouth as directed. The outer wrappings are removed by the health care provider, and the lozenge is placed in the mouth about 30 minutes before the procedure. The lozenge is sucked, not chewed. The dosage is based on medical condition, desired effect and age. If the full effect has been obtained, or excessive side effects occur, then the lozenge should be removed from the mouth. Long-term or excessive use of this medication can cause dependency (or craving for this drug). After a period of time, this drug may not work as well. Consult your doctor or pharmacist. This product is not recommended for use in the home or other non-hospital areas.
SIDE EFFECTS: Facial itching or redness, nausea or vomiting, sweating, dizziness, drowsiness, unusual weakness or constipation might occur. If these persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly. Report promptly: unusually shallow or slow breathing. Unlikely but report promptly: slow heartbeat, fainting, vision problems, mental/mood changes, trouble urinating, seizures, problems with coordination. In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, body itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Before using this drug, tell your doctor your medical history, including: allergies (especially drug allergies), head injury or brain disorders, heart or lung problems, kidney or liver disease, enlarged prostate, intestinal diseases (e.g., colitis), low thyroid function, a drug dependency, alcoholism, recent abdominal surgery. To avoid dizziness or lightheadedness when rising from a seated or lying position, get up slowly. Alcohol may add to the side effects of this drug, causing drowsiness or dizziness. Ask your doctor or pharmacist about the use of alcohol. Caution if performing tasks requiring alertness (e.g., driving) as this drug may cause drowsiness or dizziness. This medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. Fentanyl passes into breast milk and may have undesirable effects on a nursing infant. Therefore, do not breast-feed without first consulting your doctor. This product is not recommended in children weighing less than 15 kilograms (33 pounds). Caution is advised if this product is used in the elderly.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all nonprescription and prescription medication you may use, especially of other drugs that cause drowsiness such as: medicine for sleep, tranquilizers and other psychiatric medicines (e.g., MAO inhibitors such as phenelzine, selegiline, furazolidone, moclobemide), anti-seizure drugs, muscle relaxants, certain antihistamines (e.g., diphenhydramine), other narcotic pain relievers (e.g., codeine). Also report use of: procarbazine, “water pills” (diuretics), blood pressure medicines, cimetidine. This drug may interfere with certain laboratory tests (amylase and lipase). Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
NOTES: Do not share this medication with others. Personal monitoring by a health care professional, along with breathing function tests are performed with this drug.
MISSED DOSE: Not applicable. This drug is given by a health professional.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature at or below 86 degrees F (30 degrees C) away from light and moisture. Protect from freezing.
Brand Name Fentanyl Oral Lozenge drugs
Generic FENTANYL - ORAL LOZENGE drugs
- Fentanyl Citrate Buccal