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Are Fentanyl duragesic patches effective if placed under tongue?
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Fentanyl nasal delivery and buccal tablets?
Fentanyl nasal delivery is thru the nose and buccal tablets are placed between the gum and cheeck
What does LOZ mean when used after Fetanyl?
Lozenge. Fentanyl is an opiod used for pain management. Fentanyl comes in both long-acting release forms (patches) and is also used IV. Fentanyl lozenges are on a stick, much like a lollipop and should be placed between the teeth and gums to release the medication through the tissue in the mouth and into the blood stream. Fentanyl is known for how quickly it works, how effective it is, and how quickly it "leaves your system". These qualities make it a good medication for breakthough pain management if someone feels that other opiods make them feel drugged, over-medicated, and sleepy. It is also useful when a provider is trying to find the right dosage of long acting medication, thus reducing the need for break through medications.
What is involved in cardiac monitor procedure?
Electrode patches will be placed near or on the right arm, right leg, left arm, left leg, and the center left side of the chest. The cable will be connected to the electrode patches
Where do you put fun patches on the Girl Scout Cadette sash?
All fun patches and any other unofficial insignia should be placed on the back of the Girl Scout Cadette sash or vest. If you do not have room on your sash or vest, many girls have made patch blankets where they sew the fun patches on a blanket. Or some have sewn the fun patches on a sweatshirt or hoodie.
Why is it more effective for heaters to be placed at the bottom of the room and cooler or freezer to be placed at the top of the room?
because i am a disco dancer
What does the word patches mean?
Patches are pieces of cloth sewn or glued or both over a hole in a garment to cover it up. The word can be used figuratively to describe small repairs to computer programs, where the essential program is not changed, but some extra instruction is slapped on top of it. Patches could also be pieces of wood placed over holes in walls, in the same way that patches are put on clothes.
How effective is Hydro Energy?
Hydro energy, once placed on the transmission system, is as effective as energy generated by any other means.
What is it that patches placed on the skin can be used to deliver medications to the bloodstream?
Medications like Duragesic and their generic counterparts deliver the dose transdermally, meaning that the drug is delivered through the skin membrane and thus into the bloodstream. Duragesic patches work by containing the drug in a suspension gel, contained inside a small pouch on the patch. The bottom of the patch is made of a material that is both adhesive and similar to a porous membrane, which will release the drug into the skin when it's heated by normal body heat. The dosage is regulated over the life of the patch by body heat, which is why overheating the patch (fever, external heat sources,etc.) can significantly increase the delivery rate to the bloodstream. In those cases, even in patients who are opiate tolerant, delirium or respiratory depression can occur. In many cases, for most people who aren't tolerant to high doses (or those who abuse them), it can lead to death.
Can you put a nicotine patch on your leg?
You can, but should not. It is advised by the manufacturers of all nicotine replacement patches that the patch be applied to the upper body.Actually, the manufacturers do allow you to use it on your lower body. From NicoDermCQ's FAQ:Does the patch need to be placed on my arm?No, NicoDerm CQ can be placed anywhere on the body that is clean and dry at the time of application. Feel free to place the patch on a non-hairy area, such as your thigh, stomach, back, wherever you prefer. The only places we would suggest that you avoid are your joints (ankles, knees, elbows, etc.) since the constant movement of these areas would make it difficult for the patch to stick.http://www.nicodermcq.com/Faqs.aspx#04
What filters should be placed over white light to achieve yellow on the surface?
A yellow filter would be the most effective choice.
Why is sodium chloride placed on icy patches on highways and on steps in the winter?
Sodium Chloride is an impurity so it inreases the melting point and reduces the boilin point of the ice, thus the ice melts at a faster rate
How can you keep Duragesic Fentanyl Transdermal Patches from falling off when sweating?
This has always been a problem for Duragesic users like myself, particularly during the Summer months. However, there are several ways you can help keep your patch(es) in place:1. If you're using Duragesic and not the generic patches (most people like me who've used Duragesic for years can't use them), Janssen Pharmaceuticals, the maker of the patch, has a program for users of their patch to deal with the problem. Qualified individuals are sent a package of Bioclusive cover bandages to place over the existing patch. Bioclusives are transparent bandages that work like any other, but are just transparent and have different properties. The Bioclusive is large enough to fit over a single 100mcg patch and hold it in place. The information is in the Duragesic box, or you can call them directly at the number on the back of the box. The Bioclusive program is one of the menu items. Note that it is ONLY for Duragesic users; if you're using the generic patch, you're not qualified for the program.2. Skin Prep - Skin Prep is a medical adhesive skin preparation, normally used by Colostomy patients who have much greater adhesive/adhesion requirements. Skin Prep preps the skin by adding a thin layer of a chemical that increases the adhesion of whatever it's stuck to. The key to using this though is that you must be absolutely precise in its application where the adhesive edges of the patch are to go. If careless, you can block the skin area where the patch membrane is when you apply your patch, thus preventing a full skin area for drug release.There are 2 versions of the drug; one stings, the other is a 'non-sting" version. But the stuff works.3. Medical/Surgical tape - You can use medical tape on the edges also. If the patch has come off, don't toss it if it's still intact and not stuck to itself. Clean the area where it was thoroughly, then put the patch back on using tape on the edges to hold it in place. Once removed from the skin, the patch adhesive is no longer strong enough to hold it in place on its own, so it needs tape or something like a Bioclusive patch to hold it. It takes a bit of time, but if you've got enough Fentanyl left in the patch, it'll start transferring within an hour or more depending on your body heat.Having said that, at times requiring 2 100mcg patches myself every 48 hours (I'm in a small percentage of the population that only gets 48 hours out of the patch) I eventually figured out that the best way to keep them from coming off while sweating was to ensure they were put on properly in the first place. The only way to do this is to remove all skin oils from the area where the patch is going to be.Ah, you say - but the directions say not to use alcohol for skin preparation, right? Actually, yes and no - the directions say not to use alcohol and THEN apply the patch. The reason for this is that Isopropyl Alcohol leaves a residue that can block drug release. So how do you get around this problem?The answer is to use Isopropyl to clean the skin area, the to rinse/flush the area with water afterward to remove any residue left by the alcohol. Be sure not to use any soaps either, as they leave residue also.Having used 1 or 2 100mcg Fentanyl patches for over 10 years now, I've always used them on my biceps, since for me they're the best place which affords the least skin flexing. Where you place your patch has a major effect on its adhesive capability as well. Any patch must be placed above the waist; many cancer patients I've known who've used them prior to passing on had them placed on the back. Anywhere you place the patch is supposed to be free of any body hair, as even small hairs can interfere with the patch. I've use mine for so long in the same place on both arms that hair doesn't grow there anymore, but when first starting I had to shave the areas where I put the patches. If you're wondering, I switch arms every time I switch change patches. You must give the area where you place your patch enough time to breathe and replenish itself.I also offer this advice to any Fentanyl Patch user; as Schedule 2 opiate patients, all of us know the extreme restrictions placed on us by Federal Law, including the "minor problem" of only being given 30 days worth of medicine, only to lose one or more to sweating. I learned many years ago to maintain at least a 30 day emergency supply of all of my opiate medications, both primary and breakthrough (120/150 Percocet 10/325's per month). It is not easy to save up that much - if you have a good relationship with your Pain Specialist, you can always ask for extra, but be absolutely honest in why you're asking for it. Having had more bad doctors than good, it took a long time for me to find a good Pain Specialist, so be sure you've got a good one before saying anything if you should choose to try and bank extras for emergencies.In my case, I used my breakthrough meds to substitute for my patches on those days when my pain wasn't as bad. It typically takes me a year to save that much - I've always kept my doctor informed, and he in turn has always given me a little extra in my prescription when my emergency supply ran low due to problems with my HMO or some other stupid reason. But I had the same doctor for 9 years, and I was one of his best patients. Never break the trust between you and your Pain Doctor - ever.Those who have specific or further questions concerning patch adhesion may email me at the address at the top of my Supervisor Bio page.
