Fentanyl is a prescription medicine. Pain are some of its major therapeutic uses.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Fentanyl. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Fentanyl include Headache, Dizziness, Nausea or vomiting. Such side effects of Fentanyl normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Fentanyl has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Fentanyl's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Fentanyl is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate), Angina, Asthma as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Fentanyl contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Fentanyl with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Fentanyl is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Fentanyl is used to treat the following -
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Fentanyl is used -
Is the use of Fentanyl safe for pregnant women?
Fentanyl may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Fentanyl, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
ModerateIs the use of Fentanyl safe during breastfeeding?
Fentanyl is safe for breastfeeding women.
SafeWhat is the effect of Fentanyl on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Fentanyl on kidney have been reported.
MildWhat is the effect of Fentanyl on the Liver?
Fentanyl is rarely harmful for the liver.
MildWhat is the effect of Fentanyl on the Heart?
Fentanyl may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
MildFentanyl should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Nelfinavir
Diltiazem
Aprepitant
Fluconazole
Ritonavir
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fentanyl unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Fentanyl habit forming or addictive?
Yes, you can get addicted to Fentanyl. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.
YesIs it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Fentanyl, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Fentanyl can make you drowsy.
DangerousIs it safe?
Fentanyl is safe but it should be taken as per the doctor's prescription.
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Yes, Fentanyl is useful in treating mental disorders.
YesInteraction between Food and Fentanyl
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Fentanyl, due to a lack of research on this.
UnknownInteraction between Alcohol and Fentanyl
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Fentanyl as it can have severe side effects.
Severe
