Fentanyl Citrate Injection 500 mcg/10 mL Ampoule – Pfizer

Active Ingredient: Fentanyl Citrate 500 micrograms (equivalent to fentanyl free-base) in 10 mL sterile solution

Formulation: Solution for intravenous or intramuscular injection (50 mcg/mL)

Pfizer Fentanyl Citrate 500 mcg/10 mL ampoules deliver fast-acting opioid analgesia for use in anaesthesia and the management of severe, acute pain unresponsive to non-opioid measures. Fentanyl is a potent μ-opioid receptor agonist with rapid onset and short duration, allowing precise titration in the peri-operative and critical-care setting.

• Strength: 500 micrograms fentanyl citrate per 10 mL (50 mcg/mL)
• Indications: Analgesic adjunct in general or regional anaesthesia; sole anaesthetic agent in selected patients; severe pain requiring potent opioid therapy
• Onset & Duration: Intravenous onset within minutes; analgesic effect lasts 30–60 minutes after a single bolus (dose-dependent)
• Dosing: Individualised. Typical bolus 25–100 mcg IV; may be repeated or given by continuous infusion as directed by specialist protocols
• Schedule: Schedule 8 (Controlled Drug) – Prescription Only Medicine
• Pack Size: 10 mL clear glass ampoules, packaged in cartons of 5 ampoules
• Excipients: Sodium chloride, water for injections; pH adjusted with hydrochloric acid/sodium hydroxide
• Storage: Store below 25 °C, protect from light. Discard unused portion
• Manufacturer: Pfizer Australia Pty Ltd

Clinical Considerations: Use in a monitored environment only, with resuscitative equipment available. Monitor respiratory and cardiovascular status continuously. Contraindicated in significant respiratory depression and paralytic ileus. High potential for dependence and abuse – follow opioid stewardship guidelines.

Prescription Only Medicine – dispensing restricted to authorised prescribers.
This information is intended for healthcare professionals. Consult full Product Information and local protocols before prescribing or administering.

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