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Case Reports of Transdermal Fentanyl Patch Administration Difficulties in Cancer Patients with Excess Sweating

Hidetoshi Ishii, Hideya Kokubun, Ken-Ichi Tabata

    Journal of Pain & Palliative Care Pharmacotherapy
    |November 15, 2022
    PubMed
    Summary

    Transdermal fentanyl patches may be less effective for patients experiencing significant sweating due to hot flashes or unknown causes. Monitoring for sweating and adjusting pain management strategies are crucial for effective cancer pain relief.

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    Transdermal fentanylcancerpain controlsweating

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