Potentially Inappropriate Use of Transdermal Fentanyl in Working-Age and Older Adult Populations with Non-Cancer Pain: Nationwide Cross-Sectional Study

Although the number of patients receiving FTD prescriptions has decreased during the study period, the total amount of FTDs consumed increased, suggesting that caution is warranted. This study also highlights the potential for inappropriate FTD use in working-age patients. Further research is needed to quantify and qualify the risk factors in patients with potentially inappropriate use, given the clinical rationale associated with prescribing FTDs.