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Fentanyl Module

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  1. Introduction
    Introduction
  2. What is Fentanyl and Why Is It so Deadly?
  3. Medical Use
  4. How does Fentanyl Affect the Body?
  5. Summary
  6. Effects
    What are the Effects of Fentanyl?
  7. Respiratory Depression
  8. Rapid Overdose
  9. Long-term effects
  10. How can Fentanyl Impact People With Other Medical Conditions?
  11. Summary
  12. Overdose
    What are the Signs of a Fentanyl Overdose?
  13. Is Fentanyl Overdose Reversible?
  14. Action Plan!
  15. Routes of Administration
  16. Summary
  17. Risks
    General Risks
  18. Risk Philosophy
  19. Polysubstance Use and Fentanyl Use
  20. How to Decrease your Risk
  21. Drug Checking
  22. Activity
  23. Summary
  24. Treatment
    Substitution Treatment
  25. Heroin-Assisted Treatment
  26. Resources for Risk Management
  27. Summary
  28. Last Remarks!
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Last Remarks!

82% of fentanyl users want to STOP.

Fentanyl Cohort Study, Vancouver British Columbia 2023

Fentanyl is a drug that is high-risk, and it is important to understand what steps to take to make sure that you and those around you are staying safe. If you’re using fentanyl, be sure to always have someone with you – never use alone. Know that injecting fentanyl increases your risk of overdose. Fentanyl overdoses can happen quickly and unexpectedly because it’s a strong drug that can have an intense, immediate effect.

If you suspect someone might be overdosing, call 911 right away, administer Naloxone if you have it, and make sure that the individual’s airways are open, allowing for them to breathe.

Being aware of the risks of using fentanyl and working to minimize your risk are brave steps to be taking –– you’ve got this!