[Article] Use of oral formulations of fentanyl for breakthrough cancer pain

The aim of this commentary is to examine the benefits of oral formulations of fentanyl products and it's use with break through cancer pain.  It compares the use of oral, buccal, sublingual and soluble fentanyl products, their administration, tolerability and cost benefit.

Handsaker, S., Dempsey, L. & Fabby, C. 2015.  Use of oral formulations of fentanyl for breakthrough cancer pain.  International Journal of Palliative Nursing, 21 (6) p 168 - 172.

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