Sufentanil: Side Effects, Uses & Monitoring
Sufentanil Citrate Injection is indicated for intravenous administration in adults and pediatric patients: • as an analgesic adjunct in the maintenance of balanced general anesthesia in patients who are intubated and ven
- Data source
- FDA labeling via NIH DailyMed (label 20293943…)
- Label version
- current
- Last reviewed
- 2026
Reported adverse reactions
Reactions listed in current FDA labeling, with the highest frequency reported across summarized placebo-controlled trials.
No structured frequency data available in current labeling. Consult the official label.
Labeled uses (from FDA prescribing information)
Sufentanil Citrate Injection is indicated for intravenous administration in adults and pediatric patients: • as an analgesic adjunct in the maintenance of balanced general anesthesia in patients who are intubated and ventilated. • as a primary anesthetic agent for the induction and maintenance of anesthesia with 100% oxygen in patients undergoing major surgical procedures, in patients who are intubated and ventilated, such as cardiovascular surgery or neurosurgical procedures in the sitting position, to provide favorable myocardial and cerebral oxygen balance or when extended postoperative ventilation is anticipated. Sufentanil Citrate Injection is indicated for epidural administration: • as an analgesic combined with low dose (usually 12.5 mg per administration) bupivacaine usually during labor and vaginal delivery.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sufentanil used for?
FDA labeling lists the approved uses shown above under "Labeled uses." This summary is informational; only a qualified prescriber can determine whether a medication is appropriate for you.
What are the most commonly reported side effects of Sufentanil?
Current labeling for this ingredient does not include a structured frequency table that we can reproduce. Review the official label linked below.
Does Sufentanil require lab monitoring?
Monitoring needs vary. Ask your healthcare provider whether any lab tests apply while taking Sufentanil.
Where does this information come from?
All clinical facts on this page were extracted from the current FDA-registered product labeling for this ingredient, published by manufacturers through NIH DailyMed. See the source link below.
Medical disclaimer: Educational content extracted from public FDA labeling. Not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.