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Fentanyl

· Trade Name
Actiq

· Generic Name
FENTANYL

· Drug Class
Narcotic medication

· How It Works
Medication stimulates various opioid receptors in the brain, producing pain relief and sedation

· Serious Side Effects
inhibits respiratory drive
respiratory depression
low blood pressure
shock
slow heart rate
potential for abuse
dependency
withdrawal symtpoms
allergic reactions
hallucinations
liver failure
kidney failure
anemia

· Common Side Effects
nausea
vomiting
dizziness
dry mouth
itch
rash
sleepiness
visual changes
tiredness
headache
constipation
shortness of breath
confusion
anxiety
nervousness
sweating

Posted on March 28, 2009