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Generic Name Fentanyl

Trade Name Sublimaze

Indication Supplement to general anesthesia, continuous IV infusion for purpose of analgesia

Action Binds to opiate receptors in CNS altering perception of pain, producing CNS
depression

Therapeutic Class Opioid Analgesic

Pharmacologic Class Opioid agonists

Nursing Considerations • Use caution with increased ICP, head trauma, adrenal insufficiency
• Avoid use with MAOIs
• May cause apnea, laryngospasm, decreased respirations, bradycardia,
hypotension
• Do not consume grapefruit while taking this medication
• Monitor hemodynamics during administration
• Assess patient pain scale frequently