The Medical Journal of Australia · 2003 · 51 citations · 9 references
PharmacyClinical ToxicologyPharmacologyAnesthesiaMedical MalpracticePoisoning ManagementAdverse Drug Reaction ManagementOpioid ToxicologyOverdose PreventionTransdermal Dosage FormsFatal PoisoningIllicit Fentanyl UseTransdermal Opioid SafetyTransdermal Opioid Therapy
The introduction of a transdermal delivery system for fentanyl means that it is now more readily available. We present the first documented fatality after intravenous injection of the contents of a transdermal fentanyl patch. Prescribers need to be aware of the potential for misuse of fentanyl patches.
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Fentanyl blood concentration-analgesic response relationship in the treatment of postoperative pain.
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Inhalation Abuse of Fentanyl Patch
Kathy Marquardt, R. Steven Tharratt · Journal of Toxicology Clinical Toxicology · 1994 · 98 citations
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