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Drug:: Fentanyl & Analogs
Classification:: Narcotic
CSA Schedule: Schedule I, II
Trade or Other Names: Innovar; Sublimaze; Alfenta; Sufenta; Duragesic
Medical Uses: Analgesic; Adjunct to anesthesia; Anesthetic
Physical Dependence: High
Psychological Dependence: High
Tolerance: Yes
Duration (hours): 10-72
Usual Method: Injected; Transdermal patch
Possible Effects: Euphoria; Drowsiness; Respiratory depression; Constricted pupils; Nausea
Effects of Overdose: Slow and shallow breathing; Clammy skin; Convulsions; Coma; Possible death
Withdrawal Syndrome: Watery eyes; Runny nose; Yawning; Loss of appetite; Irritability; Tremors; Panic; Cramps; Nausea; Chills & sweating




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