Myths vs. Facts
Myth or Fact
Fentanyl overdose is always fatal
FALSE
though often deadly overdoses can be reversed with Naloxone or Narcan
can fentanyl be inhaled as an administration technique?
yes.
fentanyl can be snorted directly or burned and then inhaled.
What kind of feelings are caused by Fentanyl?
Euphoric feelings. a powerful or intense "high" feeling. additionally it can also cause a heavy or sedate feeling.
A) 50.49%
B) 2.68%
C) 69.3%
D) 0%
C) 69.3%
Myth or fact
secondhand fentanyl smoke will cause an overdose
MYTH
secondhand smoke from fentanyl is not likely to cause an overdose.
when smoked fentanyl quickly enters the lungs and most of it stays in the system. while tiny traces of fentanyl may be exhaled it quickly disperses into the air
True or false
fentanyl causes weight loss, and swelling in legs and arms
true
what chemical in the brain is mass released when someone is on fentanyl?
Dopamine
A) 80.85%
B) 1,750%
C) 4.63%
B) 1,750% increase
Myth or fact
fentanyl is not the most potent opiod
FACT
while fentanyl is the most potent opioid there are far more powerful synthetic opioids that have come out in recent years.
(fentanyl is still the most potent opioid approved for medical use)
what are some signs of an overdose?
Vomiting, Limp limbs, Pinpoint pupils, Slurred speech, Severe confusion, Skin discoloration, Unresponsiveness, Cold and clammy skin, Loss of consciousness, Difficulty staying awake, Choking or gurgling sounds, Slowed and shallow breathing, Blue or purple-tinted lips and fingernails
how long does it take for fentanyl to slow breathing?
within minutes
What person overdosed on fentanyl? (he lived in Pittsburgh)
a. Prince b. Lil Peep c. Mac Miller
c. Mac Miller
Myth or Fact
fentanyl was originally developed as an anesthetic with approved medical uses
FACT
while many people believe that Fentanyl is a street drug it was actually developed in hospitals
what are some of the uses for this drug?
Post-op pain
General anesthesia
Moderate to severe pain
Preoperative pain relief
Tendency to steal
what part of the brain does fentanyl affect?
the brain stem
Myth or fact
Prescription fentanyl is less dangerous than street fentanyl
MYTH
prescription opioids are no less dangerous than illicit ones. the only thing that makes prescription fentanyl safer than street fentanyl is that its purity and dosage are strictly controlled.
true or false
Fentanyl can be taken by skin contact
True
what is the most dangerous effect from fentanyl?
Respiratory depression