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fentanyl hydrochloride
IONSYS
fentanyl hydrochloride (IONSYS) is a mu opioid receptor agonist. Route of administration: iontophoresis, transdermal. Current US regulatory status: approved.
Drug details — fentanyl hydrochloride
- US status
- approved
- Class
- —
- Route
- IONTOPHORESIS, TRANSDERMAL
- Patents
- 0
- Programs
- 0
- Data quality
- 0.84
Quick answer
fentanyl hydrochloride (IONSYS) is a mu opioid receptor agonist. Route of administration: iontophoresis, transdermal. Current US regulatory status: approved.
Key facts
Mechanism of action
Mu opioid receptor agonist
Primary target: Mu-type opioid receptor
Approval history
| Authority | Status | Date |
|---|---|---|
| FDA | approved | — |
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Frequently asked questions
What is fentanyl hydrochloride?
fentanyl hydrochloride (IONSYS) is a mu opioid receptor agonist. Route of administration: iontophoresis, transdermal. Current US regulatory status: approved.
What is the brand name for fentanyl hydrochloride?
IONSYS is a marketed brand name for fentanyl hydrochloride. Check FDA Drugs@FDA for the current US label holder and prescribing information.
What is the US approval status of fentanyl hydrochloride?
fentanyl hydrochloride has approved status in the United States according to our Drugs@FDA-derived records. Verify on the official FDA label before clinical or commercial decisions.