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Fentanyl

Fentanyl is an odorless,rapid-acting opioid,it can alleviate pain without causing any loss of consciousness. It is powerful,nearly 80 times more than morphine.

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Is Fentanyl tested on a UA?

I was wondering the samething...so after experimenting and obtaining three single panel tests for different opiates; I've concluded that having fent in the system will not show up on an "opi" (tests for: heroine, morphine, codeine opium), nor will it show up on an "oxy" test, and it will not show up on a methadone "mtd" test. On a standard U/A, opi is standard, methadone is sometimes on it--and oxy may be too. Fentanyl is a special opiate, b/c it's synthetic and hard to test for....test yourself first! hope this was helpful.

Does 75mg Fentanyl patch work on breakthrough pain with 25mg methadone in system?

From what i have experienced yes, now let me clarify that i was taking something akin to the patch but using intravenous which always gives a stronger feeling but 25 mgs is pretty low of methadone ( i am currently using 135mgs daily) of the syrup at a clinic but overall yes i believe that it should easily breakthrough but heed a warning if you are not a longterm user of opiates dont even touch the patch

How long marijuana stays in body?

marijuana stays in your body temporarily for a few hours in to you urinate the effect will go a way.....

What is the conversion from 150 mcg Fentanyl patches every 3 days to Dilaudid?

For oral Dilaudid (hydromorphone) the equivalent dose would be between 75-80mg's.

Why is it important to take the gel like duragesic patch off if one has a fever?

Duragesic Transdermal patches use normal body heat to regulate the dosage over 48-72 hours. If body heat is increased, the dosage delivery rate is increased as well. This can also happen if the person exposes the patch to sunlight, or is engaged in physical activity that raises core body temperature.

Depending on the overall dependence and tolerance of the patient, the effects can be minimal or deadly. Having an extremely high tolerance to Fentanyl after many years, I've occasionally had to deal with the problem, and it's not easy. For most, respiratory depression is the first problem, but for tolerant patients, confusion and disorientation is the biggest problem. I've equated it to being stuck in a loop that you can't get yourself out of without help.

It's important to let family and friends know what to do in case you start acting this way - have them get you to remove your patch and get you cooled down immediately (shower, drinking water, etc.) to lower your body temperature. Make sure you don't fold the patch over or ruin it as it can be reapplied with tape or a Bioclusive bandage after you've recovered.

Will Fentanyl show in urine test i ate Fentanyl will this show in urine test?

It depends on the test used and how recently you consumed the fentanyl. I would assume it will be detected.

Don't "eat" fentanyl. It's neither safe nor real bright.

You are on Fentanyl and Oxycodone and it makes it almost impossible to urinate what can help this?

You can ask your doctor to prescribe you a diuretic. Another problem people generally have from opiates like oxycodone and fentanyl is constipation.

How long will the Microgynon 20 ED pill take to start working?

I think usually you allow 7 days, 'cause you start on the first day of your period. And you follow a 7-day rule when you miss a pill. If you have took the pill on the first day of your period you are protected as soon as you take it. Any other time it usually takes up to 7 days so i would use a condom in that time and you will be protected :)

Can a person take Fentanyl if they are on thyroid medicine and blood pressure medicine?

This is a very complicated question.Thyroid med can increase your pulse rate,possibly B/P as well.B/P meds are to lower B/p. You do not say if Fentanyl is oral or patches. Either way, this tends to lower B/P. This can be a problematical situation.

You haven't told me if same doc prescribed all these meds.If you see more than one doc[like hmo or clinic], take ALL meds with you to EVERY appt. If you are using Fentanyl patches you must follow directions VERY PRECISELY!

Best bet: Make an appt and take all meds with you. Talk to doc. When yyou get meds, read and keep all info sheets.I keep mine stuck to fridge for ez access, so in case of bad reaction, my husband can just hand them to EMT's

A prescription for Duragesic patches should be filed under which DEA schedule?

Duragesic is DEA Schedule 2 Controlled Substance, meaning that:

1. The patient is only allowed a 30 day supply

2. All prescriptions must be new (no refills allowed)

3. Prescriptions cannot be called in - they must be new originals

Is it necessary for two nurses to be present for the removal and destruction of a duragesic patch?

depends on the hospital "rules"--which change every day depending on what has happened there. duragesic still have fentanyl in the patch after a few days. a hospital worker could just slap one on after taking it off a patient.

Why wont the Fentanyl transdermal system patch stay on?

Skin oils comdined with dry skin can affect the stickyness. You MUST wash the area but be sure to rinse both soap residue and dry well before applying. I also suggest buying a TEGADERM skin patch and slice it in half then attach both halves to each other end of your patch - this will eliminate falloff over the 2-3 days you wear it.

Is 125mcg Fentanyl 48 mg hydromorphone a lot to be ingested in a 48lot hr period?

Depends entirely on the patient and his/her opiate tolerance level, but 125mcg every 48hrs isn't uncommon, nor is it a lot compared to other patients (myself included). 48mg Hydromorphone is hardly anything compared to the strength of Fentanyl; adding it in isn't really doing that much for breakthrough at that level of Fentanyl.

There is a small percentage of patients who do not get a full 72 hrs out of a patch; this is due to both tolerance issues, physiology, and patch placement/dosage release issues. Either way, in the end, it's the patient's tolerance level that really determines whether or not the amount is too much.

What will happen if you apply Fentanyl gel from a patch to skin?

It depends on the person and the amount of gel involved. If you're extremely tolerant to Fentanyl, you won't be affected as quickly, but for most people, respiratory / cardiac arrest and death are the most common results. It's slower than Cyanide, but the end result is the same.

Fentanyl patches are designed to deliver a continuous, small dose over a period of 2-3 days. By removing the gel and applying it directly to the skin, the person is bypassing the timed-release component. Most people, high dose Fentanyl users as well, aren't capable of handling that high a dose at one time.

How do you prepare Fentanyl for iv?

First of all yes i do it, no its not smart. To begin you will need a vessel for heating, lemon juice, and a filter. Coffee filter = micronfilter.

1 ~ Place desired amount of Fentanyl into spoon.

2 ~ Place a few drops of lemon juice (the citric acid is what you need, it will break the gel down).

3 ~ place inabout 100cc of water.

4 ~ heat, DO NOT BOIL, but heat whilst stirring and make sure u get it all dissovled.

5 ~ tear off a small piece of coffee filter, roll it into a ball or w/e u find best and place it snugly on the end of your rig, and draw the solution.

6 ~ let it cool properly and do your thing.

Does sweating increase the amount of Fentanyl released in a patch?

Sweating shouldn't really change it, no. There are many types of patches now, but some are indeed stimulated by heat so the increased body temperature that sweat is a reaction to may cause a patch to release more fentanyl at a time. The way these patches work are quite complex, though, and once it's in your body who knows what happens to get it working?

Can you take sleep aids and Fentanyl patches together?

I would have to ask ur dr.. It all depends on your tolerance to the patch and how they affect ur blood pressure and breathing... And if your dr is not doing that before perscribing a strong sleep aid I'd find a new one... Hope this helps.

Do patients wear a Fentanyl patch plus take Oxycontin daily?

In general, no. This is because OxyContin is itself a timed-release opiate, and many patients who move up to Fentanyl patches have already been using OxyContin for some time and have become more tolerant to it.

Fentanyl patch patients will typically use oral Oxycodone (usually Percocet) for a breakthrough medication.