For the management of pain associated with cancer, palliative care, and other conditions in patients where:, other treatment options have failed, are contraindicated, not tolerated or are otherwise inappropriate to provide sufficient management of pain, and
the pain is opioid-responsive, and
severe enough to require daily, continuous, long term opioid treatment.
Not for use in opioid-naïve patients.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Topical.
This medicine is applied directly to the surface of the skin.
Store below 30 degrees Celsius
Protect from Light
Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Rectangular shape with rounded corners, translucent system with printed border and "Durogesic 75 mcg fentanyl/h" in blue ink.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine requires authorisation for prescription from your doctor. It is
Schedule 8 : Controlled Drug.
Is this medicine subsidised?
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on September 1, 2023. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
For the management of pain associated with cancer, palliative care, and other conditions in patients where:, other treatment options have failed, are contraindicated, not tolerated or are otherwise inappropriate to provide sufficient management of pain, and
the pain is opioid-responsive, and
severe enough to require daily, continuous, long term opioid treatment.
Not for use in opioid-naïve patients.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Topical.
This medicine is applied directly to the surface of the skin.
Store below 30 degrees Celsius
Protect from Light
Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Rectangular shape with rounded corners, translucent system with printed border and "Durogesic 100 mcg fentanyl/h" in grey ink.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine requires authorisation for prescription from your doctor. It is
Schedule 8 : Controlled Drug.
Is this medicine subsidised?
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on September 1, 2023. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
For the management of pain associated with cancer, palliative care, and other conditions in patients where:, other treatment options have failed, are contraindicated, not tolerated or are otherwise inappropriate to provide sufficient management of pain, and
the pain is opioid-responsive, and
severe enough to require daily, continuous, long term opioid treatment.
Not for use in opioid-naïve patients.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Topical.
This medicine is applied directly to the surface of the skin.
Store below 30 degrees Celsius
Protect from Light
Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Rectangular shape with rounded corners, translucent system with printed border and "Durogesic 25 mcg fentanyl/h" in red ink.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine requires authorisation for prescription from your doctor. It is
Schedule 8 : Controlled Drug.
Is this medicine subsidised?
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on September 1, 2023. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
For the management of pain associated with cancer, palliative care, and other conditions in patients where:, other treatment options have failed, are contraindicated, not tolerated or are otherwise inappropriate to provide sufficient management of pain, and
the pain is opioid-responsive, and
severe enough to require daily, continuous, long term opioid treatment.
Not for use in opioid-naïve patients.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Topical.
This medicine is applied directly to the surface of the skin.
Store below 30 degrees Celsius
Protect from Light
Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Rectangular shape with rounded corners, translucent system with printed border and "Durogesic 50 mcg fentanyl/h" in green ink.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine requires authorisation for prescription from your doctor. It is
Schedule 8 : Controlled Drug.
Is this medicine subsidised?
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on September 1, 2023. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
For the management of pain associated with cancer, palliative care, and other conditions in patients where:, other treatment options have failed, are contraindicated, not tolerated or are otherwise inappropriate to provide sufficient management of pain, and
the pain is opioid-responsive, and
severe enough to require daily, continuous, long term opioid treatment.
Not for use in opioid-naïve patients.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Topical.
This medicine is applied directly to the surface of the skin.
Store below 30 degrees Celsius
Protect from Light
Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Rectangular shape with rounded corners, translucent system with printed border and "Durogesic 12 mcg fentanyl/h" in orange ink.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine requires authorisation for prescription from your doctor. It is
Schedule 8 : Controlled Drug.
Is this medicine subsidised?
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on September 1, 2023. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
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