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Abstral and Remifentanil Intravenous

Determining the interaction of Abstral and Remifentanil Intravenous and the possibility of their joint administration.

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Abstral <> Remifentanil Intravenous

Relevance: 22.07.2022 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

In the database of official manuals used in the service creation an interaction registered by statistical results of studies was found, which can either lead to negative consequences for the patient health or strengthen a mutual positive effect. A doctor should be consulted to address the issue of joint drug administration.

Consumer:

Using fentaNYL together with remifentanil may affect your heart and alter your breathing. This can cause changes in blood pressure, arrhythmias, or other heart abnormalities. If your doctor does prescribe these medications together, you may need a dose adjustment or special test to safely use both medications. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

Professional:

ADJUST DOSE: Potent narcotics, when used as an adjuvant in patients receiving alfentanil, remifentanil, or sufentanil for anesthesia or conscious sedation, may further decrease cardiac output and respiratory drive.

MANAGEMENT: The dosage of alfentanil, remifentanil, or sufentanil may need to be decreased in patients who have received large doses of narcotics.

References

Gilman AG, Rall TW, Nies AS, Taylor P, eds. "Goodman and Gilman's the Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 8th ed." New York, NY: Pergamon Press Inc. (1990):

Abstral

Generic Name: fentanyl

Brand name: Abstral, Fentora, Subsys, Actiq, Duragesic, Ionsys, Lazanda, Onsolis, Sublimaze

Synonyms: Abstral Sublingual Tablet

What is Abstral?

Remifentanil Intravenous

Generic Name: remifentanil

Brand name: Ultiva

Synonyms: Remifentanil

What is Remifentanil Intravenous?

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