Naloxone (Nasal Route)
Name: Naloxone (Nasal Route)
- Naloxone Nasal Route brand name
- Naloxone Nasal Route dosage
- Naloxone Nasal Route dosage forms
- Naloxone Nasal Route effects of
- Naloxone Nasal Route the effects of
US Brand Name
- Narcan
Descriptions
Naloxone nasal spray is used for emergency treatment of an opioid overdose or a possible overdose. It will temporarily reverse the effects of an opioid medicine. Some signs and symptoms of an opioid emergency are breathing problems (which can range from slow or shallow breathing to no breathing), extreme sleepiness, slow heartbeat, or not being able to respond, a very small (pinpoint) pupil in a person who is difficult to awaken.
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.
This product is available in the following dosage forms:
- Spray
Geriatric
Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated geriatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of naloxone nasal spray in the elderly. However, elderly patients are more likely to have age-related kidney, liver, or heart problems, which may require caution and an adjustment in the dose for patients receiving naloxone nasal spray.
Pregnancy
| Pregnancy Category | Explanation | |
|---|---|---|
| All Trimesters | C | Animal studies have shown an adverse effect and there are no adequate studies in pregnant women OR no animal studies have been conducted and there are no adequate studies in pregnant women. |
Other Interactions
Certain medicines should not be used at or around the time of eating food or eating certain types of food since interactions may occur. Using alcohol or tobacco with certain medicines may also cause interactions to occur. Discuss with your healthcare professional the use of your medicine with food, alcohol, or tobacco.
Other Medical Problems
The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of this medicine. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:
- Heart or blood vessel disease—Use with caution. May make these conditions worse.