fentanyl
n.n. a very strong drug that is used to treat severe pain. It is much stronger than other common painkillers like morphine and can be very dangerous if not used correctly.
n. a synthetic opioid analgesic significantly more potent than morphine, used primarily for the management of severe pain. Often associated with high risk of overdose and illicit use in the form of counterfeit pills or street drugs.
The doctor prescribed fentanyl for the patient's severe back pain.
Health officials warned the public about the dangers of fentanyl-laced counterfeit pills found in the local market.
The rapid rise in fentanyl-related deaths has prompted a global shift toward stricter pharmaceutical regulations and the development of alternative pain management strategies.