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Package Leaflet: Information for the User
Abattra 12micrograms/hour transdermal patch EFG
Fentanyl
Read all of this leaflet carefully before you start using this medicine because it contains important information for you.
Contents of the pack and other information:
This medicine is called Abattra.
The patches help to relieve very strong and long-lasting pain:
Abattra contains a medicine called fentanyl. It belongs to a group of strong pain-relieving medicines called opioids.
Do not use Abattra:
Do not use this medicine if you or your child are in any of the above situations. If you are not sure, consult your doctor or pharmacist before using this medicine.
Warnings and precautions
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If the patch sticksto another person
The patch should only be used on the skin of the person it has been prescribed for. There have been reports of cases where the patch has stuck accidentally to another person through close physical contact or sharing the same bed as the patch wearer. If the patch sticks accidentally to another person (especially a child), the medicine in the patch can pass through the other person's skin and can cause serious side effects, such as breathing difficulties, with slow or weak breathing that can be fatal. If the patch sticks to another person's skin, it should be removed immediately and medical attention should be sought.
Be especially careful withAbattra
Consult your doctor or pharmacist beforeusing this medicine if you are in any of the following situations. Your doctor will need to keep a closer eye on you:
If you have any of the above conditions (or if you are not sure), consult your doctor or pharmacist before using Abattra.
While using the patch, tell your doctor if you have breathing problems while you are asleep.Opioids like Abattra can cause sleep-related breathing disorders such as sleep apnea (pauses in breathing while asleep) and sleep-related hypoxemia (low oxygen levels in the blood). Talk to your doctor if you, your partner, or caregiver notice any of the following symptoms:
Your doctor may decide to change the dose.
While using the patch, tell your doctor if you notice a change in the pain you feel.If you feel:
Do not change the dose yourself. Your doctor may decide to change the dose or change the treatment.
Side effects andAbattra
You can find the complete list of possible side effects in section 4.
While wearing the patch, do not expose it to direct heat, such as heat pads, electric blankets, hot water bottles, water beds, heat lamps, or sunlamps. Do not take sunbaths or have prolonged hot baths, and do not use saunas or hot tubs. If you do, you may increase the amount of medicine released from the patch.
Use in athletes
Athletes are informed that this medicine contains a component that may result in a positive doping test.
Withdrawal symptoms when stopping Abattra
Do not stop using this medicine suddenly. You may experience withdrawal symptoms such as restlessness, difficulty sleeping, irritability, agitation, anxiety, feeling your heartbeat (palpitations), increased blood pressure, feeling sick, diarrhea, loss of appetite, tremors, chills, or sweating. If you want to stop using this medicine, talk to your doctor first. Your doctor will tell you how to do it, usually by gradually reducing the dose so that the unpleasant withdrawal effects are minimal.
Long-term use and tolerance
This medicine contains fentanyl, an opioid medicine. Repeated use of opioid painkillers can make the medicine less effective (you get used to it, which is known as tolerance to the medicine). You may also become more sensitive to pain while using this medicine, which is known as hyperalgesia. Increasing the dose of the patches may help to reduce the pain further for a while, but it can also be harmful. If you notice that your medicine is becoming less effective, talk to your doctor. Your doctor will decide whether it is better for you to increase the dose or gradually reduce the use of this medicine.
Dependence and addiction
This medicine contains fentanyl, which is an opioid. It can cause dependence and/or addiction.
Repeated use of this medicine can also lead to dependence, abuse, and addiction, which can result in a potentially fatal overdose. The risk of these side effects may increase with higher doses and longer use. Dependence or addiction can make you feel that you no longer have control over the amount of medicine you need to use or how often you need to use it. You may feel that you need to continue using your medicine, even when it no longer helps to relieve your pain.
The risk of becoming dependent or addicted varies from person to person. You may have a higher risk of becoming dependent or addicted to Abattra if:
If you notice any of the following signs while using Abattra, it could be a sign that you have become dependent or addicted:
If you notice any of these signs, talk to your doctor to discuss the best course of treatment for you, including when it is appropriate to stop and how to stop safely.
Other medicines and Abattra
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines.
This includes medicines obtained without a prescription and herbal medicines. You should also tell your pharmacist that you are using Abattra if you buy any medicines from the pharmacy.
Your doctor will know which medicines can be taken safely with Abattra. You may need to be closely monitored if you are taking any of the types of medicines listed below, or if you stop taking any of the types of medicines listed below, as this may affect the dose of Abattra you need.
In particular, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking:
Using Abattra with antidepressants
The risk of side effects increases if you are taking medicines such as certain antidepressants. Abattra can interact with these medicines and you may experience changes in your mental state such as agitation, seeing, feeling, hearing, or smelling things that are not there (hallucinations) and other effects such as changes in blood pressure, rapid heartbeat, high body temperature, overactive reflexes, lack of coordination, muscle stiffness, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea (these can be signs of serotonin syndrome). If used together, your doctor may want to monitor you closely to detect such side effects, especially when starting treatment or when changing the dose of your medicine.
Using Abattra with central nervous system depressants, including alcohol and some narcotics
Using Abattra and sedative medicines such as benzodiazepines or related medicines at the same time increases the risk of drowsiness, breathing difficulties (respiratory depression), coma, and can be potentially fatal. Because of this, using them together should only be considered when other treatment options are not possible.
However, if your doctor prescribes Abattra together with sedative medicines, your doctor should limit the dose and duration of concomitant treatment.
Tell your doctor about all sedative medicines you are taking and follow your doctor's instructions closely. It may be useful to inform friends or family members so they are aware of the signs and symptoms mentioned above. Contact your doctor when you experience these symptoms.
Do not drink alcohol while using Abattra unless you have talked to your doctor first.
Operations
If you are going to have an operation, tell your doctor or dentist that you are using Abattra.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before using this medicine.
Abattra should not be used during pregnancy, unless you have discussed it with your doctor.
Abattra should not be used during labor, as the medicine can affect the baby's breathing.
Long-term use of Abattra during pregnancy can cause withdrawal symptoms in your newborn baby, such as high-pitched crying, irritability, convulsions, poor feeding, and diarrhea, which can be life-threatening if not recognized and treated. Talk to your doctor immediately if you think your baby may have withdrawal symptoms.
Do not use Abattra if you are breastfeeding. You should not breastfeed for 3 days after removing the Abattra patch. This is because the medicine can pass into breast milk.
Driving and using machines
Abattra can affect your ability to drive or use machines or tools, as it can make you sleepy or dizzy. If this happens, do not drive or use machines or tools. Do not drive while using this medicine until you know how it affects you.
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure whether it is safe for you to drive while using this medicine.
Abattracontains soya oil
This medicine contains soya oil. In rare cases, soya oil can cause allergic reactions.
Do not use this medicine if you are allergic to peanut or soya.
Follow your doctor's instructions for taking this medication exactly. If you are unsure, consult your doctor or pharmacist again.
Before starting treatment and frequently during treatment, your doctor will also explain what you can expect from using Abattra, when and for how long you should use it, when to contact your doctor, and when to stop it (see also section 2, Symptoms of withdrawal from stopping Abattra).
Your doctor will decide which concentration of this medication is most suitable for you, taking into account the intensity of your pain, your general condition, and the type of pain treatment you have received so far.
How to apply and change patches
Apply the patch on | Change the patch on |
Monday | Thursday |
Tuesday | Friday |
Wednesday | Saturday |
Thursday | Sunday |
Friday | Monday |
Saturday | Tuesday |
Sunday | Wednesday |
Where to apply the patch
Adults
Children
Adults and children:
Do not apply the patch to
How to apply the patch
Step 1: Prepare the skin
Step 2: Open the envelope
Step 3: Peel and press
Step 4: Dispose of the patch
Step 5: Wash your hands
More information on using Abattra
Daily activities during patch use
How long do the patches take to work?
How long will you need to use the patches?
If the pain worsens
If you use too many patches or a patch with the wrong dose
If you have applied too many patches or a patch with the wrong dose, remove them and contact your doctor immediately, go to the hospital, or you can also call the Toxicology Information Service, phone: 91 562 04 20, indicating the medication and the amount applied.
Signs of overdose include breathing problems or weak breathing, fatigue, extreme drowsiness, inability to think clearly or walk or talk normally, and dizziness, dizziness, or confusion. An overdose can also cause a brain disorder known as toxic leukoencephalopathy.
If you forget to change the patch
If the patch comes off
If you want to stop using the patches
If you have any other questions about using this medication, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Like all medications, this medication can cause side effects, although not everyone gets them.
If you, your partner, or caregiver notice any of the following signs in the person wearing the patch, remove the patch and call a doctor or go to the nearest hospital immediately. You may need urgent medical treatment.
Follow the above recommendations and make the person wearing the patch move and talk as much as possible. In very rare cases, these breathing difficulties can be life-threatening or even fatal, especially in people who have not used strong opioid pain relievers before (such as Abattra or morphine). (Uncommon, may affect up to 1 in 100 patients).
All of these can be signs of a severe allergic reaction. (Frequency cannot be estimated from available data).
The following side effects have also been reported
Very common (may affect more than 1 in 10 people)
Common (may affect up to 1 in 10 people)
Uncommon (may affect up to 1 in 100 people)
Rare side effects (may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people)
Unknown frequency (frequency cannot be estimated from available data)
You may notice rashes, redness, or mild itching of the skin at the patch application site. It is usually mild and disappears after removing the patch. If it does not, or if the patch irritates your skin a lot, tell your doctor.
Repeated use of patches can cause the medication to lose effectiveness (you get used to it or become more sensitive to pain) or can cause dependence.
If you switch from another pain reliever to Abattra or if you stop using Abattra abruptly, you may experience withdrawal symptoms, such as dizziness, feeling sick, diarrhea, anxiety, or tremors. Tell your doctor if you notice any of these effects.
There have also been reports of newborn babies who experienced withdrawal symptoms after their mothers used Abattra for a prolonged period during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
If you experience any side effects, consult your doctor or pharmacist, even if they are not listed in this leaflet. You can also report them directly through the Spanish Pharmacovigilance System for Human Use Medicines: www.notificaram.es. By reporting side effects, you can help provide more information on the safety of this medication.
Where to store the patches
Keep all patches (used and unused) out of sight and reach of children.
This medication does not require special storage conditions.
Keep this medication in a safe and secure place where others cannot access it. It can be very harmful and cause death to people who may use this medication accidentally or intentionally when it has not been prescribed for them.
How long can you store Abattra
Do not use this medication after the expiration date shown on the box and on the envelope after EXP. The expiration date is the last day of the month indicated. If the patches are expired, take them to the pharmacy.
How to dispose of used or unused patches
Accidental exposure of another person to used and unused patches, especially children, can result in a fatal outcome.
Used patches should be folded firmly in half, so that the adhesive side sticks to itself. Then, they should be thrown away safely by putting them in the original envelope and keeping them out of sight and reach of others, especially children, until they are disposed of safely. Unused patches should be returned to the pharmacy.
Medications should not be thrown down the drain or into the trash. Deposit the packaging and medications you no longer need at the SIGRE collection point in the pharmacy. If in doubt, ask your pharmacist how to dispose of the packaging and medications you no longer need. This way, you will help protect the environment.
Composition of Abattra
The active ingredient is fentanyl.
Abattra 12 µg/h: Each transdermal patch contains 2.55 mg of fentanyl on a surface area of 4.25 cm2 and releases 12.5 micrograms of fentanyl per hour.
The other components are:
Matrix components: Aloe vera oil extract (based on soy tocopherol acetate), colophony resin, poly(2-ethylhexyl acrylate, vinyl acetate) (50:50)
Removable coating: Polyethylene terephthalate, polyester, siliconized
Printed support film: Polyethylene terephthalate laminate, printing ink
Appearance of the Product and Package Contents
Transdermal patch.
Opaque, colorless, rectangular patch with rounded corners and printed on the aluminum support: “Fentanyl 12 µg/h “in individually sealed pouches.
Abattra is available in packages of 5, 10, and 20 transdermal patches.
Only some package sizes may be marketed.
Marketing Authorization Holder:
Aristo Pharma Iberia, S.L.
C/ Solana, 26
28850 - Torrejón de Ardoz
Spain
Manufacturer:
Luye Pharma AGAm Windfeld, 35
Miesbach-83714
Germany
or
Laboratorios Medicamentos Internacionales, S.A. (Medinsa)
C/ Solana, 26
28850 – Torrejón de Ardoz, Madrid
Spain
or
Acino AG
Leopoldstraße, 115
80804 – Munich, Germany
This medicinal product is authorized in the Member States of the European Economic Area and in the United Kingdom (Northern Ireland) under the following names:
Germany: Fentavera 12/25/50/75/100 Mikrogramm/Stunde transdermal patch
Spain: Abattra 12/25/50/75/100 micrograms/hour transdermal patch EFG
United Kingdom (Northern Ireland): Fencino 12/25/50/75/100 micrograms/h transdermal patch
Date of the Last Revision of this Leaflet:May 2025
Detailed and updated information on this medicinal product is available on the website of the Spanish Agency for Medicines and Health Products (AEMPS) http://www.aemps.gob.es/
The average price of ABATTRA 12 MICROGRAMS/HOUR TRANSDERMAL PATCHES in October, 2025 is around 7.02 EUR. Prices may vary depending on the region, pharmacy, and whether a prescription is required. Always check with a local pharmacy or online source for the most accurate information.
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