How Long Does A Fentanyl Patch Last

My dad has lung cancer and a rupture aorodia. And is blind and hospices. Has him on 25mcg/hr and they won't Change it 48 hr when it stops working has to be every 72 he put one on Monday. At 4pm and gets another one thru. Is this right and this is the only pain meds he on other than clonazepam 1mg. So is this right? Just wondering cause he stays in pain.

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Hello, Brandy! How is your dad doing?

Yes, 72 hours is the normal dosing duration, though if necessary it can be changed every 48 hours. They can also raise the dosage, if necessary.

The FDA classifies this medication as a narcotic analgesic, so it has the potential to be habit forming and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth and constipation.

However, given his condition, they may reluctant to medicate him more, because opiates can cause cardiac and respiratory depression, which could be dangerous or possibly fatal.

Is there anything else I can help with?

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You CAN get prescriptions for changing at 48 hrs but may require preauthorization from doctor depending on insurance company.

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