Name: Fentanyl
Class: General Anesthetic (IV Opioid)
Mechanism:
Absorption: IV
Dist.: Dissolves in blood. Organs w/high perfusion are most affected.
Metabolism.:
Excretion, t½: Short duration of effect. Short t½.
Toxicity/S.E.s: Slight CV depression. Resp. depression (mild-apnea).
Utility: Induces general anesthesia.
Special Features: Excellent analgesia.