Fentanyl

Question 1

Class

Answer 1

Narcotic Analgesic

Question 2

Mechanism of Action

Answer 2

Fentanyl binds to opioid receptors, especially the mu opioid receptor, which are coupled to G-proteins.

Question 3

Indications

Answer 3

Pain management

Question 4

Contraindications

Answer 4

Allergy

Question 5

Adult Dose

Answer 5

2 mcg/kg slow IVP in 50 mcg increments

Max dose of 4 mcg/kg

Question 6

Pediatric Dose

Answer 6

1 mcg/kg give in 0.5 mcg/kg increments

Max dose of 150 mcg

Question 7

How long can it take for respiratory depression side effect to take place

Answer 7

Several minutes