4-Fluorofentanyl

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4-Fluorofentanyl

Found in:  

Fentanyl

Type/Reason added:  

Synthetic opioid, Fentanyl analog / Opioid effects

Relative Potency:  

analgesic potency:

about 30% of fentanyl (11), 16 times more potent than morphine (12)

Overview

The Effects

Treatment Options

Routes of Administration and Effects

Administration: Common routes include oral ingestion, nasal insufflation (snorting), intravenous (IV) injection, sublingual (SL) administration, and smoking.

Dosage and Effects: Due to its high potency, even small doses can produce strong opioid effects.

Effects:

Opioid Effects: Similar to fentanyl, including intense analgesia, euphoria, sedation, and severe respiratory depression.

Adverse Effects: High risk of overdose and death due to its potent respiratory depressant effects. Other side effects may include drowsiness, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, and constipation.

Information Regarding the Substance

Physical Description: Typically found as a white powder or crystalline solid, similar in appearance to other fentanyl analogs.

Side Effects:
- Common: Sedation, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, constipation, and respiratory depression.
- Severe: Respiratory arrest, coma, and death, particularly in cases of overdose.