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Based in West Virginia, Mylan Pharmaceuticals is the maker of a generic form of the fentanyl drug known as the fentanyl transdermal system. Delivering pain medication via the skin, the fentanyl transdermal system is about 81 times stronger than morphine.

In general, fentanyl patches are prescribed for:

• breakthrough cancer pain
• non-malignant, severe chronic pain (which may result from bone injuries, severe arthritis, severe migraines, etc.)
• patients who have a high tolerance to opioids or other pain medication (these patients typically include those already taking at least 60 mg of morphine per day and/or 50 µg/h fentanyl).

Mylan Fentanyl Patch Side Effects

Despite its ability to combat pain, the Mylan fentanyl patch is known to cause some severe, life-threatening side effects, which may include:

• addiction (A history of drug or alcohol addiction can cause people to attempt getting high off the fentanyl pain patch, as this medication reportedly has similar effects to heroin.)
• liver damage
• respiratory depression (not inhaling sufficient oxygen)
• severe allergic reaction, marked by hives, breathing difficulties and facial swelling

If left untreated, these complications can be fatal. Given the severity of these side effects, each Mylan fentanyl package insert discloses these possible side effects to users of this drug.

To minimize the risk of serious fentanyl patch side effects, it's vital that patients:

• Discuss their complete medical history with their doctor before starting a course of fentanyl medication.
• Understand the types and symptoms of fentanyl side effects.
• Seek emergency medical attention, should they develop the symptoms of serious fentanyl complications.

The FDA Steps In

Following reports of numerous fentanyl patch deaths, on July 15, 2005, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a national public health advisory to:

• inform the public that over 120 patients had died after using Mylan's fentanyl patch
• announce it was conducting an investigation to find out whether misuse of the fentanyl trandermal system or a product flaw was the cause of these fatalities.

No Mylan fentanyl recall was or has, since, been issued.

Compensation for Mylan Fentanyl Side Effects

Those injured after using the Mylan fentanyl transdermal system, as well as families of deceased fentanyl patients, may:

• have a legal claim against Mylan
• be entitled to compensation for their injuries by pursuing a personal injury lawsuit.

To find out if they have a case, prospective plaintiffs should meet with an experienced fentanyl lawyer for a free initial consultation. Along with getting an expert evaluation of their claim, injured parties can also get advice regarding the best manner in which to pursue their case.

Individuals who decide to follow through with their legal claim can win compensation for their:

• funeral and burial costs (in the event a fentanyl death has occurred)
• past hospital bills
• ongoing treatment costs
• lost wages
• permanent disabilities
• future living costs, should fentanyl side effects cause lasting disabilities that prevent patients from being about the earn a living
• pain and suffering.

Have you or a loved one been injured after using Fentanyl? If so, contact us today to talk to an experienced fentanyl attorney who can evaluate your claim and help you win the compensation you deserve.