Fentanyl Tablet - Buccal (cont.)
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US National Poison Hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canada residents can call a provincial poison control center. Symptoms of overdose may include: slow/shallow breathing, slow heartbeat, severe dizziness.
NOTES: Do not share this medication with others. It is against the law and the medication may cause harm to others.
This medication has been prescribed for your current condition only. Do not use it later for another condition unless told to do so by your doctor. A different medication may be necessary in that case.
MISSED DOSE: Not applicable.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature between 68-77 degrees F (20-25 degrees C) away from moisture. Do not freeze. Brief storage between 59-86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) is permitted. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medicines away from children and pets. If the medication is no longer needed, remove the medication from the blister packs and flush the medication down the toilet. For more information, read the Medication Guide.
Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed (See How to Use section).
Last Editorial Review: 7/30/2007
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