| Active Ingredient | FENTANYL CITRATE |
| Therapeutic Class | OPIATE AGONISTS |
| Indications |
Adjunct to general anaesthetics, anaesthetic for induction and maintenance. |
| Caution | Respiratory depression and apnea. Transient hypotension may follow intravenous dosage. An opiate antagonist and facilities for administration of oxygen and controlled respiration should be available More ... |
| Dose Range |
As an adjunct to general anesthesia, fentany l may be given in low-dose, moderate-dose, or high-dose regimens. Low dose: 2mcg/kg; moderate dose: initial IV dose of 2-20 mcg/kg is administered; additional doses of 25-100 mcg may be given IV or IM as nece |
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| Breast Feeding |