Advice

in the absence of a submission from the holder of the marketing authorisation

fentanyl transdermal system (Ionsys®) is not recommended for use within NHS Scotland.

Indication under review: Management of acute moderate to severe post-operative pain in adult patients

The holder of the marketing authorisation has not made a submission to SMC regarding this product in this indication.  As a result we cannot recommend its use within NHSScotland.

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Medicine details

Medicine name:
fentanyl (Ionsys)
SMC ID:
1207/16
Indication:
Management of acute moderate to severe post-operative pain in adult patients
Pharmaceutical company
The Medicines Company
BNF chapter
Central nervous system
Submission type
Non submission
Status
Not recommended
Date advice published
12 December 2016