Fentanyl Buccal Soluble Film - Drug Information
Generic Name : Fentanyl Buccal Soluble Film
Pronunciation : FEN-ta-nil
ICD Code : | Therapeutic Classification : -
Trade Name(s) :
International - Onsolis.
Why is Fentanyl Buccal Soluble Film Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is a narcotic (opioid) analgesic, prescribed for breakthrough cancer pain in adults.
When should Fentanyl Buccal Soluble Film not to be taken? (Contraindications)
It should not be administered in opioid non- tolerant patients.Contraindicated in the management of postoperative pain, known hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Fentanyl Buccal Soluble Film ?
The recommended initial dose is one 200-mcg film.
How should Fentanyl Buccal Soluble Film be taken?
It comes as a buccal soluble film, to be placed on both sides of the mouth.
What are the warnings and precautions for Fentanyl Buccal Soluble Film ?
* Caution should be exercised in patients with history of lung, urinary obstruction, heart, liver or kidney disease, low blood pressure, mouth inflammation, enlarged prostate, stomach problems, under active thyroid, seizures, alcoholism, mental illness, suicidal thoughts, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.* It may cause drowsiness or dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
* Avoid alcohol consumption.
What are the side effects of Fentanyl Buccal Soluble Film ?
Most Common - Respiratory depression, circulatory depression, low blood pressure, and shock.Gastrointestinal - Nausea, vomiting, constipation, diarrhea, dry mouth, abdominal pain.
General - Weakness, fatigue.
Metabolic - Dehydration, decreased weight and loss of appetite.
Central Nervous System - Dizziness, headache, drowsiness, confusion, depression, sleeplessness, and anxiety.
Respiratory - Difficulty in breathing, cough.