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Fentanyl or also known as a fentanyl patch is a medical drug which is used as a painkiller. It is known to be a highly potent drug and it falls under the category of opioids, however, since it has been approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), it is a legal drug. Fentanyl is a approximately a 100 times more potent than morphine and also is 50 times more potent than medical heroin. Fentanyl has multiple other names like Apace, China, Dance Fever, etc. Fentanyl can be taken in by snorting it, smoking it, taking a pill orally, can be taken through patches, etc. Fentanyl has many effects like any other drug, it can cause relaxation in the body, euphoria, sedation and can also relieve the person of physical pain.
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A fentanyl patch is a transdermal patch that delivers the opioid medication fentanyl through the skin. It is used to manage severe and chronic pain in patients who require continuous opioid treatment. The patch adheres to the skin and releases fentanyl slowly over a specified period, typically 48 to 72 hours. This allows for consistent pain relief without the need for frequent medication dosing. Fentanyl patches should only be used under the guidance and prescription of a healthcare professional due to their potency and potential for misuse or overdose. Proper handling and disposal of used patches are also essential to prevent accidental exposure.
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