Fentanyl Side Effects
Fentanyl side effects range from mild to severe; however anyone who is taking or has taken the Fentanyl patch should be made aware of the various health concerns associated with this drug. Fentanyl pain patch is a type of opioid patch that releases Fentanyl into the system in a period of up to three days. The drug is approved by prescription to patients suffering from severe or moderate pain. The medication in the Fentanyl patch is about 81 times stronger than morphine and, in some instances, has led to serious health conditions and Fentanyl risks such as liver damage, addiction and fatality (death).
If you or someone you love has developed any of the Fentanyl side effects as listed below, then you may have the right to financial compensation for your pain and suffering. Contact our firm for a free consultation with an experienced attorney at1-800-774-0757.
Common Fentanyl Health Risks
Clinical tests have indicated that taking Fentanyl may bring on the following Fentanyl side effects:
- Nausea
- Constipation
- Headache
- Stomach pain
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
- General swelling
Serious Fentanyl Side Effects
These side effects are often mild and quite standard with this type of serious medication. However, Fentanyl also comes with several severe side effects and health conditions including:
- addiction and dependence on the Fentanyl patch, especially if you have a history of drug or alcohol addiction
- liver damage and liver failure
- respiratory depression
- severe allergic reactions
- fatality
Fentanyl Withdrawal Concerns
In addition to the serious Fentanyl side effects, another health concern is the complication of addiction, dependency and withdrawal. Fentanyl pain patches are similar to heroin which means that Fentanyl can cause lingering health conditions when patients who have been using it for a long time stop taking it. Fentanyl addiction side effects include:
- constipation
- hot flashes
- insomnia
- loss of appetite
- night sweats
Fentanyl Side Effects
Another complication that comes with Fentanyl is that many patients will accidentally overdose on the drug. In other instances, the Fentanyl patch has been defective and has leaked more medication into the body than it should. This can lead to a potentially fatal overdose. Fentanyl overdose symptoms to be aware of include:
- slowed breathing and heartbeat
- pinpoint pupils
- cold clammy skin
- loss of or change in consciousness
- seizures
- death
Because of the nature of Fentanyl, a Fentanyl overdose is similar to an overdose of morphine or heroin. Immediate medical attention is required.
Fentanyl Lawyer
Dealing with any of these serious Fentanyl patch side effects can be emotionally devastating and physically exhausting. Many patients have suffered a loss of quality of life, especially if they are unable to work due to the health conditions associated with taking Fentanyl. If you are suffering from any of these side effects, then speak to a Fentanyl patch lawyer about your legal rights.
Pearson, Randall & Schumacher P.A. is dedicated to ensuring that a pharmaceutical injury victim, receives the medical treatment and rehabilitative care they need and a family receives the compensation they deserve. Please call 612-767-7500, or Toll Free at 1-800-774-0757, or e-mail attorneys@prslegal.com to consult with one of us about your Fentanyl patch lawsuit.