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Naloxone HCL (Narcan)
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Opioid (narcotic) antagonist
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Naloxone HCL (Narcan)
Route: |
Slow IV Push
IM (alternate route) Nasal |
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Naloxone HCL (Narcan)
Dose |
Adult: 0.4 mg
Repeat dose of 0.4 may be dministered every 5 minutes until respiratory effort improves. Pediatric 0.1 mg/kg Repeat doses may be administered every 5 minutes until respiratory effort improves or maximum dose of 2mg is reached. |
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Naloxone HCL (Narcan)
Drug Action |
Reverses narcotic effects
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Naloxone HCL (Narcan)
Indications: |
Narcotic overdose
coma or decreased level of consciousness of unknown origin. |
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Naloxone HCL (Narcan)
Precautions: |
Administer slowly and titrate only until respiratory status is adequate.
Onset is within two minutes, but is effective for only 30-60 minutes; repeat if respiratory status deteriorates. Anticipate and prepare for withdrawal syndrome and aggression in narcotic-dependant patients. |
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Naloxone HCL (Narcan)
Side Effects: |
With physical dependence, acute withdrawal syndrome (HTN) tachycardia, violent behavior) may occur.
Ventricular arrhythmias with rapid administration. Projectile vomiting with rapid administration. |
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Naloxone HCL (Narcan)
Contraindications |
None
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