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Can Side Effects Of Fentanyl Be Treated?

Hi my husband has renal cell carcinoma and because of too much pain he is using fentanyl since one month ago .Unfortunately he got some side effect such as severe muscle weakness,swelling leg,skin sour and throat sour. I asked the doctor to cut off the drug and they did .I want to know are the side effects especially muscle weakness reversible or not and if it is yes how much is taking time? Thanks, Fatima
Fri, 21 Oct 2016
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Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
Yes, these fentanyl side effects are reversible. No need to worry for these.
Muscle weakness is mostly reversible after 1-2 weeks on stopping fentanyl.
He should drink oral rehydration solution (ORS) for quick recovery.
He should also drink plenty of fluids orally and keep himself hydrated.
Don't worry, he will be alright.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wishing good health to your husband. Thanks.
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Can Side Effects Of Fentanyl Be Treated?

Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Yes, these fentanyl side effects are reversible. No need to worry for these. Muscle weakness is mostly reversible after 1-2 weeks on stopping fentanyl. He should drink oral rehydration solution (ORS) for quick recovery. He should also drink plenty of fluids orally and keep himself hydrated. Don t worry, he will be alright. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wishing good health to your husband. Thanks.