Fentanyl Patch Transdermal System

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The fentanyl patch transdermal system is an adhesive patch that transmits medication through the skin over long periods of time. Fentanyl is more than 80 times more powerful than morphine, and should only be used as prescribed.

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What’s the problem?

Use of the fentanyl transdermal system is typically only indicated for those with chronic breakthrough cancer pain. The appropriate dose will depend on the severity of his or her condition, medical history, and known tolerances to pain medications. Fentanyl transdermal patches come in five different strengths and sizes – the stronger the dose, the larger the patch (as more of the skin’s surface needs to be covered to allow for more absorption of the drug).

Dose options include:

• fentanyl transdermal system 12.5 mg h (micrograms/hr, also noted as µg/h or mcg hr)
• fentanyl transdermal system 25 mg hr
• fentanyl transdermal system 50 mcg hr
• fentanyl transdermal system 75 mcg hr
• fentanyl transdermal system 100 mg hr

Doctors will inform patients of the most appropriate sites for placing these patches. Typically, patch placement will need to be rotated to ensure the most effective absorption of the fentanyl drug.

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.