Abstral (Fentanyl Sublingual Tablets)

Abstral (Fentanyl Sublingual Tablets)

General Information

Abstral (Fentanyl Sublingual Tablets) is for the controlling of development pain in cancer patients. It is indicated for 18 years old and above. This is indicated for those who are having opioid therapy already. It is because of their underlying cancer pain. This medication is supplied as a sublingual tablet designed for oral administration. Abstral belongs to the group of medications called analgesics.

Why use Abstral (Fentanyl Sublingual Tablets)?

Abstral Tablets is a sublingual medications formulation of fentanyl citrate. It is a potent opioid analgesic. The active ingredient of this medication is Fentanyl. It belongs to the class of medicines called opioids which is for severe pain and chronic. The inactive ingredients of this are mannitol and microcrystalline cellulose. This medication is approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). You can buy this here at its very affordable price. 

How does Abstral (Fentanyl Sublingual Tablets) work?

Abstral (Fentanyl Sublingual Tablets) is a pure opioid agonist. The main therapeutic action of it is analgesia. Analgesia is an agent for lessening pain. Other members of the class called as opioid agonists consist of ingredients such as;

How to use Abstral (Fentanyl Sublingual Tablets)?

The recommended dosage for Abstral (Fentanyl Sublingual Tablets) depends on your medical condition. Place the tablet under your tongue and let it dissolve rapidly under the tongue. It will be absorbed in order to provide pain relief. Do not suck it or swallow it. Do not drink water or eat anything until the tablet is already dissolved. Follow your doctor’s instructions promptly. Do not double the dosage of this medication.

What are the side-effects of Abstral (Fentanyl Sublingual Tablets?

Here are some possible side-effects that may occur while you are using this treatment:

  • Drowsiness
  • Headache
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Constipation
  • Dry and sore mouth
  • Excessive sweating
  • Tiredness
  • Difficulty breathing or wheezing
  • Blurred vision
  • Extreme mood swings
  • Skin rashes
  • Swelling of the tongue, lips, face, or other parts of the body
  • Slow or fast heart beat

If these continue or worsen, seek for medical attention immediately. 

Warnings and Precautions

The following are the things that you need to be cautious with;

  • Inform your doctor if you have any medical history.
  • Before taking this medicine, consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • Do not use this tablet for any other treatment.
  • Do not share this to anyone who has the same condition as yours.
  • Do not change the doses on your own without the prescription of your doctor.
  • Keep this away from the reach of children.