The medicines and solutions used in the Operation unit

- Fentanyl (Durogesic)

• Drug Class: Opioid Analgesic
• Category: Pain Management

Fentanyl is a potent opioid analgesic used for moderate to severe pain relief. It works by inhibiting pain receptors in the central nervous system. Prolonged or high-dose use may lead to dependence and tolerance.

Uses:

• Pain management
• Adjunctive anesthesia

Side Effects:

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Constipation
• Dizziness
• Drowsiness
• Headache
• Fatigue
• Swelling in hands or feet

Contraindications:

• Hypersensitivity to fentanyl
• Elevated intracranial pressure
• Severe respiratory depression
• Paralytic ileus
• Severe liver or kidney failure
• Not recommended for prolonged use in pregnancy