What it is used for
NORSPAN patches are indicated for the management of severe pain where: other treatment options have failed, are contraindicated, not tolerated or are otherwise inappropriate to provide sufficient management of pain, and the pain is opioid-responsive, and requires daily, continuous, long-term treatment. NORSPAN patches are not indicated for use in chronic non-cancer pain other than in exceptional circumstances. NORSPAN patches are not indicated as an as-needed (PRN) analgesia. Where and how to buy Norspan Patches, Buprenorphine patch online legally in Australia without prescription.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Transdermal.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
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Visual appearance
Beige coloured square patch with rounded corners on an aluminised rigid removable protective layer. The trade name and strength are printed on the patch.
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This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on June 1, 2023. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
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For the active ingredient buprenorphine
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How much to use
Different strengths of NORSPAN patches are available:
your doctor will decide which strength is suitable to control your pain;
during treatment, your doctor may change the patch you use to a different strength if necessary, or tell you to use a combination of up to two patches. Do not cut or divide the patch or use a higher dose than recommended.
The maximum total dose must not exceed 40 microgram/hour and you should not apply more than two patches at the same time. If one 40 microgram/hour patch is applied, no additional patches should be applied. Follow the instructions your doctor or pharmacist gives you exactly. Where and how to buy Norspan Patches, Buprenorphine patch online legally in Australia without prescription.
How to use NORSPAN patches
- Each patch is applied onto the skin and lasts for seven days.
- After seven days, remove the patch and apply a new patch to a different site.If you begin to experience pain, tell your doctor as your dosage may have to be reviewed.
Using the patch for the first time
- The first NORSPAN patch you use may take up to three days to reach its full effect. This is because buprenorphine needs to be absorbed through the skin and then into the blood before you start to feel the effects.
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- Find a clean skin site on the upper outer arm, upper chest, upper back or the side of the chest. Do not place the patch onto skin that is red, burnt or injured.
- Make sure the site is nearly hairless and has no large scars. Remove any hair by cutting with scissors if you have to, but do not shave the chosen area as this may injure the skin.
- Apply the patch to an area of skin that is clean and dry and has not had a patch applied to it for three to four weeks. If necessary, wash the area with water only. Do not use soap, alcohol or a coarse cloth to clean. Dry the area completely after washing with water. Do not apply oils or lotions to the chosen area as this may prevent your patch from sticking properly.
- Each patch is sealed in a pouch. Just before use, open the pouch by cutting as close to the edge as you can. Take out the patch. Do not use the patch if the pouch is torn or looks like it has been tampered with or the pouch seal is broken.
- The sticky side of the patch is covered by a silver backing foil. Carefully peel off the smaller portion of the scored backing foil. Try not to touch the sticky part of the patch. Press the sticky edge of the patch, which had the backing foil removed, to the edge of the chosen skin site. Peel off the remaining foil and press the patch firmly onto the skin with the palm of the hand and count slowly to 30.
- Make sure the whole patch is in contact with the skin especially around the edges. If the edges of the patch begin to peel off, they may be taped down with a suitable skin tape.
- Wash your hands with clean water when you have finished applying the patch.
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