What is Alfentanil?

 

Generic Name: Alfentanil
Brand: Alfentanil.

 
Function & Usage
What is Alfentanil used for?

Alfentanil is a medicine to numb the narcotics that are commonly used before and / or during surgery.

What are the rules for using Alfentanil?

This drug is given via a vein (slow IV injection or continuous infusion) as directed by the doctor. Alfentanil must be used only in hospitals or clinical settings that have proper monitoring and supporting equipment. patient's breathing (oxygen saturation), blood pressure and heart rate (EKG) must be monitored while the drug is being used and during the recovery period. Dosage is based on the patient's medical condition and response to the drug. If you have questions about mixing, liquid or administering this drug, consult the pharmacist. Before use, the liquid must be examined, whether there are particles or discoloration. If there is, then the liquid must be removed.
 
How do I save Alfentanil?

Store at room temperature, away from direct light and damp places. Don't keep it in the bathroom. Don't freeze. Other brands of this drug may have different storage rules. Pay attention to the storage instructions on the product packaging or ask your pharmacist. Keep all medicines out of reach of children and pets.

Do not flush medicine into the toilet or into the sewer unless instructed. Dispose of this product if the validity period has expired or if it is no longer needed. Consult with a local pharmacist or waste disposal company about how to safely dispose of your product.

Prevention & Warning
 
What should be considered before using Alfentanil?

Before receiving Alfentanil

1. Tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to alfentanil, morphine, codeine (or codeine-containing drugs such as Tylenol with Codeine), hydrocodone (for example, Vicodin), hydromorphone (eg Dilaudid), oxycodone (eg Percocet), oxymorphone (Numorphan) or other medicines.
2. Tell your doctor and pharmacist about the medicines you use either based on prescription or those who don't use prescriptions, especially antidepressants, sedatives, sleeping pills, sedatives, and vitamins.
3. Tell your doctor if you have or have had kidney, liver, heart disease or thyroid disease; seizures; asthma; bronchitis; or other respiratory diseases.
4. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant or breastfeed. If you become pregnant while receiving Alfentanil, contact your doctor.
5. You must know that this drug might make you sleepy. Do not drive a car or operate machinery until you know how this drug affects you.
6. Remember that alcohol can increase drowsiness caused by this drug.