The FDA approved IONSYS (fentanyl iontophoretic transdermal system) by The Medicines Company.
Here are four key notes:
1. IONSYS is the first needle-free, patient-controlled, pre-programmed fentanyl delivery system.
2. The medication is intended for the short-term management of acute postoperative pain in adult patients.
3. IONSYS allows patients recovering from surgery in the hospital to control their analgesic dosing by pushing a button to dispense fentanyl transdermally via an imperceptible electrical current as needed for pain.
4. IONSYS is not intended for home use.