Fentanyl Patch Information & Warnings

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Duragesic and generic fentanyl patches release the narcotic fentanyl in measured doses through the skin for treatment of serious chronic pain. The Duragesic patch is manufactured by Janssen Pharmaceutical Products, and generic forms are manufactured by Mylan Laboratories and Actavis Inc.

Free Fentanyl Patch Case Evaluation: If you or a loved one has been injured as a direct result of a fentanyl patch overdose, you should contact our law firm immediately. You may be entitled to compensation by filing a lawsuit and we can help.

What’s the problem?

The U.S. FDA issued a public advisory warning in July 2005, announcing its intention to study the safety of the patch delivery system for the narcotic fentanyl. To date, the FDA has received over 120 reports of deaths linked to the use of fentanyl patches.

Claims have been made that extreme heat increases the absorption of the medication, which can lead to fatal overdoses. There have been several recalls of both Duragesic and generic fentanyl patches. Janssen first recalled Duragesic patches in 2004 due to a faulty seal that could deliver an overdose to a patient. Two more recalls were made in 2008 for Duragesic patches marketed by PriCara and as a generic product by Sandoz Inc. Fentanyl patches manufactured by Actavis Inc. were also recalled because of possible leaks. Some of these patches may still be in circulation.

If you were prescribed Duragesic patches, make sure the patches you receive were not included in the recall. Handle all patches with protective gloves, and discuss the risks of overdose with your healthcare provider. Be aware of the signs of an overdose and what you should do if you suspect that you have been the victim of an overdose.

Do I have a Fentanyl Patch Lawsuit?

The Product Liability Litigation Group at our law firm is an experienced team of trial lawyers that focus exclusively on the representation of plaintiffs in fentanyl patch lawsuits. We are handling individual litigation nationwide and currently accepting new cases in all 50 states.