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DUROGESIC 50mcg Patches 5s
- Does this requires a prescription ? Yes
- Generic Name: Fentanyl (Citrate):50mcg/hr
- Manufactured by : Janssen-Cilag
- Drug Strength : 50mcg
- Drug Form : Patches
- Pack Size : 5s
- Product SKU : dis_4027
Fentanyl (Citrate):50mcg/hr | Opioid analgesics
Manufactured / Marketed By : Janssen-Cilag Product Form : PatchesPack Size : 5sIngredients : Fentanyl (Citrate):50mcg/hrGeneric Category : Opioid analgesics
How it works
DUROGESIC 50mcg Patches 5s works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for DUROGESIC 50mcg Patches 5s
- Blurred vision
- Chest pain
- Confusion
- Dizziness
- Irregular heartbeat
- Lightheadedness
- Nausea or Vomiting
- Sudden swelling of hands, feet and ankles
- Change in mood
- Loss of appetite
Uses of DUROGESIC 50mcg Patches 5s
What is it prescribed for?
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Moderate to severe pain
This medicine is used in the treatment of severe pain conditions such as cancer pain in patients who have not adequately responded to non-opioid analgesics.
Concerns
Frequently asked questions
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Onset of action
The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.
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Duration of Effect
The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.
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Safe with Alchohol?
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of side effects such as dizziness, lightheadedness, and fainting. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you consume alcohol during treatment with this medicine.
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Is it habit forming?
Has a high potential for abuse. Abuse may lead to severe psychological or physical dependence.
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Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.
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Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.
When not to use?
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Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to DUROGESIC 50mcg Patches 5s or any other inactive ingredients present in the formulation.
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Respiratory depression
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with respiratory depression due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
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Gastrointestinal obstruction
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with gastrointestinal obstruction including paralytic ileus due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
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Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOI)
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients taking monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOI) due to the increased risk of serious and life-threatening side effects. A time gap of at least 14 days should be maintained between stopping therapy with MAOIs and starting therapy with this medicine.
Warnings
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Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.
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Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.
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Infectious diarrhea
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with infectious diarrhea since it may worsen the patient's condition. Close monitoring, appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.
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Exposure to heat or sunlight
Avoid exposing the DUROGESIC 50mcg Patches 5s system application site and the surrounding area to direct sunlight, heaters, electric blankets, or hot tube, etc. Exposure may increase the release of this medicine that may cause adverse effects.
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Driving or operating machinery
This medicine may cause difficulty in concentrating, drowsiness, dizziness, confusion, etc. in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms during treatment with this medicine.
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Drug dependence
This medicine has the potential to cause drug dependence and abuse. This risk is especially higher if the medicine is used for a prolonged period of time. Patients should be monitored closely for any change in mood and behavior during treatment with this medicine. Abrupt discontinuation is not recommended since it may cause withdrawal symptoms.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
It is advised to contact the doctor immediately if you miss a dose of this medicine for further details.
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Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
Interactions
Interaction with Medicines- Clonazepam severe
- Bupropion severe
- Amitriptyline severe
- Chlordiazepoxide severe
- Diazepam severe
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severe
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Regular monitoring of liver function is necessary for such patients. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
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severe
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with hypotension due to the increased risk of orthostatic hypotension. Regular monitoring of blood pressure, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
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severe
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with head injury, intracranial lesions, or increased intracranial pressure due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring, appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.
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moderate
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases due to the increased risk of adverse effects. Regular monitoring of kidney function is necessary for such patients. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
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moderate
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of Addison's disease due to the increased risk of respiratory depression and prolonged CNS depression. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
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moderate
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with hypothyroidism (a condition where the thyroid gland does not make enough hormones) due to the increased risk of respiratory depression and prolonged CNS depression. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
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moderate
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with seizure disorders due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
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moderate
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with urinary retention, prostatic hypertrophy or urethral stricture due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
General Instructions
This medicine is usually administered in the clinical/hospital setting under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor. Inform the doctor if you have a known allergy to this medicine. Report all your current medicines as well as your medical conditions to the doctor before receiving this medicine.
Other details
- Usage does not depend on food timings
- To be taken as instructed by doctor
- Causes sleepiness
References
- webmd.com - Fentanyl Citrate [Internet]. Available from: https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-18497-6298/fentanyl-citrate-buccal/fentanyl-lozenge-buccal/details [cited 2/9/2020].
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