Fentanyl Citrate PF Solution for Injection
Active Ingredients: Fentanyl Citrate
Other Names: Fentanyl Citrate PF Solution for Injection
Drug Class: Narcotic Analgesics
Rx Status: Available by prescription only
Generic Available: Yes
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What is/are Fentanyl Citrate PF Solution for Injection?
What should I tell my health care providers before I take this medicine?
How should I use this medicine?
What if I miss a dose?
What may interact with this medicine?
What side effects may I notice from this medicine?
What should I watch for while using this medicine?
Where should I keep this medicine?
What is/are Fentanyl Citrate PF Solution for Injection?
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FENTANYL is a pain reliever. It is used to treat pain before, during, and after surgery. This medicine is also used before, with, and in place of other medicines for sleep during a medical procedure.
This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.
What should I tell my health care providers before I take this medicine?
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They need to know if you have any of these conditions: - brain tumor
- breathing problems
- drug abuse or addiction
- head injury
- kidney disease
- liver disease
- use of a MAOI like Carbex, Eldepryl, Marplan, Nardil, and Parnate in the past 14 days
- an unusual or allergic reaction to fentanyl, other opioid analgesics, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
- pregnant or trying to get pregnant
- breast-feeding
How should I use this medicine?
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This medicine is for injection. It is given by a health-care professional in a hospital or clinic setting.
Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.
Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
Note: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.
What if I miss a dose?
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This does not apply.
What may interact with this medicine?
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- barbiturates like phenobarbital
- general anesthetics
- MAOIs like Carbex, Eldepryl, Marplan, Nardil, and Parnate
- medicines for depression, anxiety, or psychotic disturbances
- medicines for pain
- medicines for sleep
- muscle relaxants
This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care providers a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.
What side effects may I notice from this medicine?
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Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible: - allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
- breathing problems
- changes in vision
- confusion
- feeling faint, lightheaded
- hallucination
- irregular heartbeat
- problems with balance, talking, walking
- trouble passing urine or change in the amount of urine
- unusually weak or tired
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):- constipation
- dizzy
- headache
- loss of appetite
- nausea, vomiting
- sweating
This list may not describe all possible side effects.
What should I watch for while using this medicine?
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Your condition will be monitored carefully while you are receiving this medicine.
Tell your doctor or health care professional if you continue to have pain, your pain does not go away, if it gets worse, or if you have new or different type of pain.
Where should I keep this medicine?
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This drug is given in a hospital or clinic and will not be stored at home.
NOTE: This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.
Last Updated:January 10, 2008 COPYRIGHT© Gold Standard, An Elsevier Company |
