Tear open the pouch containing the fentanyl patch along the dotted line, starting at the slit. Do not put the patch near the waistline or where your belt or clothes may rub against it. Thus removal of the patch does not quickly eliminate the risk of fentanyl interactions with other drugs. If there is hair, do not shave shaving irritates the skin. The patch im used to getting is the 75mcg sandoz patch, and its prescribed use for me is to put a new patch. Do not remove the patch from the sealed pouch until you are ready to apply it. Preferred sites are any flat, hairless part of the body, such as the chest or back.
My own guide on extracting nongel fentanyl patches. If the area of skin on which you need to place the patch is hairy, you can clip the hair close to the skin with scissors. Duragesic is the most recognized brand name for fentanyl patches. Fentanyl transdermal patient medicine information mims. If you accidentally touch the sticky layer to your skin or handle a cut. This allows for quicker absorption of the medication to the problem area. Tricia, i have been on the fentanyl patch for four years. Pull the liner from the patch by holding the liner at the tab that sticks out from the patch. Remove patch from skin and fold it sticky side to sticky side. I want to know peoples opinions of the new generic mylan fentanyl patch and on the amount of medication im on. When handling the skin patch, be careful not to touch the adhesive sticky surface with your hand. Fentanyl transdermal patch 72 hour drug information. A b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z az listings contact us.
Proper storage and disposal are important to prevent theft. Fold the sticky sides of the patch together and flush down the toilet. Do not shave hair since this might cause skin irritation. Clean site with warm water to remove any residue or dead skin cells from the site. Fentanyl transdermal patch is used to treat chronic pain in opioidtolerant people. Fda requiring color changes to duragesic fentanyl pain. If soap and warm water does not remove the adhesive, you can use a few common household items to rid your skin of the adhesive. Fentanyl also comes as a buccal and sublingual tablet, oral lozenge, sublingual spray, nasal spray, and injectable.
Do not put a bandaid or regular adhesive tape over the patch or the result will be a burst of the drug due to over heating the patch with your own body heat. Do not use fentanyl patches to treat shortterm pain after surgery. They should only be used by people who have longterm chronic pain and are already prescribed a high dose of. Do not throw patches away in the trashcan see fentanyl patch disposal. Pain patches use an adhesive to adhere itself to the skin. How to apply a fentanyl patch with pictures wikihow. My own guide on extracting nongel fentanyl patches the following method is rarely mentioned due to the massive overdose potential of people who iv the extract, but this is how you can smoke the nongel fent patches with relative safety. Clipping or shaving excess hair may be needed in some people do not use shaving foam, gel or soap as they affect the way. Optimal results should occur when the fentanyl is placed in a location free of hair and abrasions, on skin that is dry and not oily. In order to minimize irritation from a transdermal method of medication patients need to find a location on their skin that is intact and free of rashes, cuts or. Food and drug administration fda is requiring color changes to the writing on duragesic fentanyl pain patches so they can be seen more easily. If you find out anything else about the hair loss, please reply.
Immediately press the sticky side of the patch onto the chosen area of skin with the palm of your hand. This medicine is not for mild pain or pain that only lasts a short time like headaches, toothaches, or pain after surgery. While wearing a fentanyl patch, do not expose the site to heat from a heating pad, electric blanket, sauna, hot tub, heated waterbed, or excessive sun exposure, or hot climate. Store fentanyl transdermal patch in a safe place where children cannot see or reach it, and where other people cannot get to it. Dispose of used patches by folding the sticky sides of the patch together and flushing them down the toilet. Follow the information that comes with fentanyl transdermal patch for throwing out doses that are not needed.
A special medguide will be given to you by the pharmacist. Do not stop using fentanyl patches without talking. Always have another nurse witness you disposing of the old fentanyl patch and dispose according to your hospitals protocol. Fentanyl can be quickly absorbed through the eyes and mouth and can be extremely dangerous. Instructions for use duragesic instructions for applying a.
Hi, im new to this site, this is the first time ive been to this site. Reports of fentanyl abuse, including mixing fentanyl into heroin, have been reported more across the united states since 2015. Take off the old patch before applying a new patch. Apply the fentanyl patch to clean, dry, intact skin.
Fentanyl transdermal system, ciithese highlights do not. Take the patch out of its wrapper, and take off the protective strip over the sticky part. Fentanyl transdermal patch is a prescription medication thats used to treat chronic pain in opioidtolerant people. Instead, clip hair as close to the skin as possible see figure e. Multiple risks for patients using the transdermal fentanyl. Remove the patch from the pouch and peel off both parts of the protective liner from the back of the patch. Note in the chart where the last nurse charted the location of the previous patch. Highalert medications fentanyl patch consumer med safety. For additional precautions and contraindications, see the prescribing information. The fentanyl patch, a strong narcotic analgesic, is designed to help treat severe pain, including following a surgery and when server chronic pain needs to be alleviated around the clock, by acting on the central nervous system cns to relieve any pain. This leaflet is a summary and will not tell you everything about this drug. These highlights do not include all the information needed. Patients should be aware that patches that are not stuck to.
Proper disposal of fentanyl transdermal system after use and for unused patches when no longer needed. Do not apply when sweaty, wet, or over a lot of body hair. Read this for safe and effective use of your medicine patient medication information n sandoz fentanyl patch fentanyl transdermal patches matrix read this carefully before you start taking sandoz fentanyl patch and each time you get a refill. Fentanyl patches are a quick and easy but powerful way to dispense pain medication. If you do touch the sticky side of the patch or gel, let your nurse or doctor know right away and rinse the area with large amounts of water. Fold the patches in half with the sticky sides together, and flush the patches down the toilet. Fentanyl patches not sticking in 2 months ive lost 4. Do not use a patch if the packaging or backing is damaged. Do not touch the sticky side of the patch or the gel.
Fentanyl skin patches should only be used by patients who are already taking other narcotic painkillers opioid tolerant, and who have chronic pain that is not. I will not include the step you need to take to iv the final product, but either way, please dont. A locked box or area may help keep fentanyl transdermal patch safe. Dispose of patch by folding the sticky sides together and flushing it down the toilet. Press the sticky surface to the skin using the palm of your hand. Fentanyl patches not sticking in 2 months ive lost 4doses. Some of the drugs more often used in patches include. How to remove the pain patch adhesive from the skin ehow. When i stick it on, i also have my boyfriend hold it down for a minute straight to try to keep it there we even time it. Note the date of application, and remember when the patch needs to be replaced. Used fentanyl patches require proper disposal after use.
Find medication information including related drug classes, side effects, patient statistics and answers to frequently asked questions. Every employer has specific guidelines for how this is done. Hi, im prescribed fentanyl patches by my doctor the nongel transdermal kind and i have a hard time keeping them on. We have 2 cancer patients in our house and both have fentanyl patches. If the patch falls off in less than 72 hours, apply a new one on a different site and inform your doctor about it. Be careful not to touch the sticky side of the patch. Do not use fentanyl transdermal system if you have. Fentanyl skin patches are packaged in sealed pouches. Never apply a new transdermal patch on the same site always rotate sites, broken or irritated skin, or on hair it will not stick. The used patch still contains enough fentanyl to cause serious harm, even kill a child or pet, so fold it in half with the sticky sides together and discard properly.
Dispose per hospital protocol with another nurse as a witness. Coming into accidental contact with the sticky side of the patch. Not recommended for opioidnaive patients, transdermal fentanyl isnt indicated to manage acute or postoperative pain. Be sure to remove the old patch before applying a new patch. Fentanyl transdermal patch is available as a generic drug and as a brandname drug. If the area of skin is hairy, you should clip not shave the hair. Try not to touch the sticky edges or the gel on the patch. After you have removed the patch, some adhesive or its residue may remain on your skin. I put them on my upper arm where there is no hair and wash and dry my arm beforehand like it says. Fentanyl transdermal route precautions mayo clinic. This medicine is only for use by people who have been taking pain drugs opioids and are used to their effects. Fentanyl patches must not be used to stop pain on an asneeded basis. The sticky side of the fentanyl patch is a semipermeable membrane that lets medication pass through at a controlled rate. Do not put the patch in your mouth, chew it, or swallow it.