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Fentanyl Citrate – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: FENSTUD

Strength: 50 mcg/ml | Form: Solution For Injection Preservative free

Price in UAE: AED 19.90

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Fentanyl Citrate

Class: | Opioid analgesic Use: | Management of severe pain, including pain associated with surgery, trauma, and cancer Adult dose: | 25 to 100 mcg IV/IM every 1 to 2 hours as needed; titrate based on pain severity and patient response Pediatric dose: | 1 to 2 mcg/kg IV/IM every 1 to 2 hours as needed; dosing should be individualized based on clinical response Side effects: | Respiratory depression, sedation, nausea, vomiting, constipation, dizziness, confusion, hypotension Contraindica

Drug Class

Opioid analgesic

Uses & Indications

Management of severe pain, including pain associated with surgery, trauma, and cancer

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20-25°C or 68-77°F); protect from light; do not freeze

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Rusan Pharma Ltd., India

Package Size

2ml Ampoule x 10's

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 19.90

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

25 to 100 mcg IV/IM every 1 to 2 hours as needed; titrate based on pain severity and patient response

Pediatric Dose

1 to 2 mcg/kg IV/IM every 1 to 2 hours as needed; dosing should be individualized based on clinical response

Side Effects

Respiratory depression, sedation, nausea, vomiting, constipation, dizziness, confusion, hypotension

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to fentanyl or any component of the formulation, severe respiratory depression, acute or severe asthma, gastrointestinal obstruction, and concurrent use with monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs)

Important Warnings

Risk of addiction, abuse, and misuse; respiratory depression can be life-threatening; monitor for signs of overdose; use with caution in patients with respiratory conditions, head injury, or those on other CNS depressants; avoid abrupt discontinuation after prolonged use to prevent withdrawal symptoms

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Fentanyl Citrate available in UAE pharmacies:

ABSTRAL 100 mcg Sublingual Tablets ABSTRAL 200 mcg Sublingual Tablets ABSTRAL 400 mcg Sublingual Tablets ASPEN FENTANYL 50 mcg/ml Solution For Injection DBL FENTANYL 50 mcg/ml Solution For Injection Preservative free DBL FENTANYL 50 mcg/ml Solution For Injection Preservative free FENSTUD 50 mcg/ml Solution For Injection Preservative free FENSTUD 50 mcg/ml Solution For Injection Preservative free FENTANYL 100 mcg/2ml Solution For Im/Iv Injection FENTANYL 50 mcg/ml Solution For Injection

Related Medicines in Same Category

See also: Other Opioid analgesic medicines available in UAE pharmacies

Alfentanil Hydrochloride Alfentanil Hydrochloride Alfentanil Hydrochloride Alfentanil Hydrochloride Alfentanil Hydrochloride Alfentanil Hydrochloride Codeine Dihydrocodeine Tartrate

Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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