Actiq Side Effects

Serious Side Effects of Actiq

Actiq may cause physical dependence in patients who abuse this medication, and can result in withdrawal symptoms if the drug is quickly discontinued
The reduced urge to breathe, decreased breathing rate, and a pattern of breathing that is similar to sighing are all signs of a serious side effect of Actiq known as respiratory depression
Death in children and pets who have accidentally ingested this product
Interactions with other depressants may lead to an increase in depressant effects such as sedation, low blood pressure, and abnormally slow breathing
Potential respiratory failure in patients who suffer from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

Common Side Effects of Actiq

drowsiness
stomach pain
constipation, diarrhea, gas, heartburn
tremor, involuntary twitching or shaking in one or more areas of the body
back pain
weight loss
anxiety
hallucinations
problems urinating
seizure

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Warnings & Recalls for Actiq

Do not substitute any fentanyl containing product for Actiq in any instance, under any circumstances. Fatal overdose has occurred in patients that have attempted this type of substitution.
Keep this product out of reach of children and pets. Serious, sometimes fatal events have occurred in children or pets getting a hold of this product.
Actiq's active ingredient is fentanyl, a Schedule II Controlled substance. This drug has an abuse potential similar to other opioid pain killers. Tell your doctor about any history of drug abuse before beginning treatment with Actiq.
Exercise caution when driving or using heavy machinery, as Actiq and other opioid analgesics have been shown to impair the reactions of patients.
Patients who suffer from head injuries, cardiac disease, or who have used any MAO inhibitor medications in the past 14 days of taking Actiq should be monitored while using this medication.
Pregnant patients should consult their doctor before using this medication as there are no well-controlled studies of this medication and it is unknown if there is any risk to an unborn child.

Actiq Treatment and Use

Actiq | fentanyl lollipops

Actiq is a fentanyl-based “lollipop” or lozenge on a plastic stick that dissolves slowly in the mouth to be absorbed across the buccal mucosa, or inside lining of the cheeks. It is an opioid agonist that has a high potential for abuse and overdose and is indicated by the FDA for breakthrough pain in cancer patients aged 16 and older who are opioid-tolerant.

Actiq | fentanyl lollipops are only available to patients who enroll in the TIRF REMS Access program. This program is designed to reduce the risk of dependency, abuse, overdose, or other serious adverse events.

Actiq | fentanyl also comes with a warning of addiction. In the U.S. fentayl is a Schedule II Controlled substance according to Controlled Substance Act.

Actiq | fentanyl administration

Take this medication exactly as your doctor prescribes it. If you have any questions about Actiq | fentanyl lollipops, ask your doctor.
Actiq | fentanyl is 100 times more powerful than morphine and should be taken with caution and only in extreme cases of pain such as that indicated by the FDA.
Actiq | fentanyl lollipops are white lozenges that are to be dissolved in the mouth over the buccal mucosa, a region of the mouth between the cheek and gums.
The optimal effects of Actiq | fentanyl are felt when the lozenge is dissolved in as close to 15 minutes as possible.

Other Names for Actiq

Brand name:

Actiq

Generic:

fentanyl buccal (transmucosal)