Side effect(s) of Sufentanil Citrate Injection

Last Updated on Jul 25, 2023

Review the side-effects of Sufentanil Citrate Injection as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

   Most Common - Respiratory depression.

   Heart - Fast or slow heart rate, high or low blood pressure, abnormal heart rhythm, heart arrest.

   Musculoskeletal - Chest wall rigidity, skeletal muscle rigidity of neck and extremities.

   Central Nervous System - Drowsiness.

   Skin - Itching, redness.

   Gastrointestinal - Nausea, vomiting.

   Body as a Whole - Shock.

   Respiratory - Difficulty in breathing, asthma, and postoperative respiratory depression.

   Miscellaneous - Intraoperative muscle movement, and chills.

Other Precautions :

Avoid excess dosage.

Drug Name : Sufentanil Citrate Injection

Sufentanil Citrate Injection(Sufenta) generic is a narcotic analgesic, prescribed for inducing anesthesia during surgery. It is also used as part of epidural anesthesia during labor and delivery with other medications.