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Prescribed in the treatment of severe, chronic pain, Duragesic pain patches are transdermal systems that supply patients with a slowly-released, extremely potent pain reliever known as fentanyl. Nearly 100 times more potent that morphine, fentanyl is classified as a Schedule II drug, due to its significantly addictive properties.

Duragesic pain patches are currently made by a variety of pharmaceutical companies, including:

• Actavis South Atlantic, LLC
• Alza Corporation (a subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson)
• Cephalon, Inc.
• Mylan Pharmaceuticals
• Ortho-McNeil Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (formerly known as Janssen Pharmaceutica Products, L.P.)
• Sandoz

Duragesic Pain Patch Dosage & Warnings

The appropriate dosage for a specific patient's Duragesic pain patch will depend on:

• the individual's condition(s)
• the severity of his condition(s)
• his medical history (including his history of taking prescription pain medications)

Duragesic fentanyl patches are generally only indicated for use in patients who:

• require around-the-clock pain management
• have a history of taking other, less potent pain medications
• have a significant tolerance for pain medications
• are still experiencing persisting pain, despite use of other pain medications
• do NOT have a history of drug and/or alcohol addiction

Possible dosage for duragesic pain patches include:

• 25 mcg/hr (microgram/hour)
• 50 mcg/hr
• 75 mcg/hr
• 100 mcg/hr

Side Effects of the Duragesic Patch (Fentanyl Transdermal Systems)

Patients are most likely to sustain severe Duragesic patch side effects when:

• The patch is not used precisely as directed
• Patients overdose on fentanyl

Serious Duragesic patch side effects may include:

• addiction
• arrhythmia
• changes in muscle tone
• depression
• respiratory depression
• severe allergic reaction
• urination problems
• wrongful death

Should Duragesic patch patients begin developing the following side effects, it's essential they seek emergency medical attention to save their lives:

• breathing difficulties
• changes in heart rate
• facial and/or tongue inflammation
• fatigue
• hives and/or skin rashes
• mood swings
• problems speaking
• urination pain and/or difficulties

Duragesic Patches Recall

Duragesic patches for pain have been recalled various times due to possible manufacturing errors and/or evidence of tampering:

• In January 2009, Johnson & Johnson issued a recall of two lots of Duragesic patches due to possible fentanyl leaks that were resulting in patient overdoses.
• In December 2008, Johnson & Johnson recalled two lots of Duragesic pain patches due to cuts on the patches that were possible upsetting the timed, slow release of fentanyl.
• In February 2004, Janssen Pharmaceutica Products, L.P. recalled one lot of its generic fentanyl pain patches due to possible leak and overdose issues.

Have you or a loved one been injured following use of Duragesic Pain Patches? If so, contact us today to consult with an experienced Duragesic patch attorney and get a FREE assessment of your case.