Category of Drug | Naloxone-Antidote is Antidotes and Substances Used in Poisoning. |
Mechanism of Action | |
Indications | Naloxone-Antidote is used for 1. Opioid overdosage 2. Postoperative respiratory depression |
Well Known Pharmaceutical Brands | |
Available dosage forms | INJECTION |
Dose | |
Contraindications | Hypersensitivity |
Precautions | 1. Physical dependence on opioids or other situations where acute withdrawal syndrome may be precipitated 2. Lactation 3. Cardiovascular disease 4. Pregnancy |
Adverse Effects | 1. Nausea 2. Vomiting 3. Sweating-may also be due to opioid withdrawal |
Pregnancy Category | B |