Answer
Repeated opioid exposure can cause tolerance, dependence and opioid use disorder. The Kalceks SmPC states that addiction is not expected when alfentanil is used only intraoperatively as intended.
Sources for this answer
- Alfentanil Kalceks — Current selected SmPCemc · Summary of Product Characteristics
- UK GovernmentUK Government · Reputable Web
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