Narcotics Key Points Flashcards
1
Q
BUPRENORPHINE:
What patch dose is associated with increased risk of QT interval prolongation?
A
20mcg/hr
2
Q
BUPRENORPHINE:
What MEDICAL CONDITION can be affected by this drug?
A
Seizures
- can lower seizure threshold
- can cause seizures in patients at risk
3
Q
FENTANYL:
What is the onset of effect of the TD SYSTEM?
A
12 hours
4
Q
FENTANYL:
What is the name of the REMS program for TRANSMUCOSAL, IMMEDIATE-RELEASE FENTANYL products?
A
TIRF REMS ACCESS program
-transmucosal immediate-release fentanyl
5
Q
HYDROCODONE:
Have any BIRTH DEFECTS been associated with maternal use of opioids, including hydrocodone?
A
Yes
- including some heart defects
- during the first trimester
Adverse events have been observed in some animal reproduction studies