Dosage form: patch, extended release
Drug class:Narcotic analgesics
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Apr 21, 2022.
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WARNING: ABUSE POTENTIAL, RESPIRATORY DEPRESSION and DEATH, ACCIDENTAL EXPOSURE, CYTOCHROME P450 3A4 INTERACTION, AND EXPOSURE TO HEAT
Abuse Potential
Fentanyl transdermal system contains fentanyl, an opioid agonist and a Schedule II controlled substance with an abuse liability similar to other opioid analgesics. Fentanyl transdermal system can be abused in a manner similar to other opioid agonists, legal or illicit. Persons at increased risk for opioid abuse include those with a personal or family history of substance abuse (including drug or alcohol abuse or addiction) or mental illness (e.g., major..
