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- Alfentanil is an injectable strong opioid, which is 30 times more potent than oral morphine.
- It should only be used following specialist advice and is considered 3rd line for pain unresponsive to other opioids (see below for further guidance).
- A NHSGGC 8-minute video (NHSGGC network access required), on how to safely prescribe alfentanil in the Acute Sector, is available.
- There are many potential risks associated with prescribing and administering alfentanil, e.g. wide dose range and availability of more than one strength of injection.
- It is important to follow the good practice points outlined below.