Fentanyl Citrate (oral Transmucosal): What Is Fentanyl Citrate


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What is fentanyl citrate?


Fentanyl citrate is a narcotic pain medicine.

Fentanyl citrate treats "breakthrough" cancer pain that is not controlled by other medicines. This medication is not for short-term pain relief.

Fentanyl citrate may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.



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Last updated: November 30, 2007

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