Fentanyl Citrate Injection
Fentanyl injection is used to relieve severe pain during and after surgery. It is also used with other medicines just before or during an operation to help the anesthetic (numbing medicine) work better.
Description:
Fentanyl injection is used to relieve severe pain during and after surgery.
It is also used with other medicines just before or during an operation to help the anesthetic (numbing medicine) work better.
Fentanyl belongs to the group of medicines called narcotic analgesics (pain medicines).
It acts in the central nervous system (CNS) or brain to relieve pain.
Some of its side effects are also caused by actions in the CNS, such as drowsiness or dizziness.
This medicine is to be given only by or under the immediate supervision of your doctor1.
Usage:
Fentanyl is administered via injection in a hospital or clinic setting.
Healthcare providers may use this medication when other pain medications don’t work well enough or can’t be tolerated.
It may cause drowsiness and other side effects2.
Remember to consult a healthcare professional for personalized advice regarding the use of Fentanyl Citrate Injection. If you have any further questions or need additional information, feel free to ask! 😊