Fentanyl
Type: Product
As of November 2026, Fentanyl has been mentioned in one podcast episode on Radiolab (Oct 2025).
Fentanyl is a highly potent synthetic opioid of the piperidine family, used primarily as pain medication. It is 50 to 100 times more potent than morphine. Its primary clinical use is in pain management for cancer patients and those recovering from surgery. Fentanyl is also used as a sedative for intubated patients. Fentanyl has a short duration of action. Fentanyl works by activating μ-opioid receptors. Brand names include Actiq, Duragesic, and Sublimaze, among others.
| Mentioned in | 1 episode on 1 podcast (as of November 2026) |
|---|---|
| First heard | Oct 2025 on Radiolab |
| Category | Pharmaceutical |
Who talks about Fentanyl on podcasts?
Lulu Miller brought up Fentanyl; the most recent mention was Oct 2025 on Radiolab.
- Voice | Radiolab Podcast on Radiolab (Oct 2025) — Lulu Miller
What is Fentanyl mentioned alongside?
Fentanyl is most often mentioned alongside EMTs, Lula Miller and Rolling Stone.
Mentioned together: EMTs, Lula Miller, Rolling Stone, Led Zeppelin, Ouija board, Earth, Tylenol, electric wheelchair, wheelchair, Radiolab