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NALOXONE (nal OX one) is a narcotic blocker. It is used to treat narcotic (opioid) drug overdose. It is used to temporarily reverse the effects of opioid medicines. This medicine has no effect in people who are not taking opioid medicines.
This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.
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This medicine may be administered in a hospital, clinic, or can be used by the public to give aid to a person who has overdosed until emergency medical help is available. This medicine is for injection into the outer thigh. It can be injected through clothing if needed. Get emergency medical help right away after giving the first dose of this medicine, even if the person wakes up. You should be familiar with how to recognize the signs and symptoms of a narcotic overdose. Administer according to the printed instructions on the device label or the electronic voice instructions. You should practice using the Trainer injector before this medicine is needed.
Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. While this drug may be prescribed for children as young as newborn for selected conditions, precautions do apply. For infants less than 1 year of age, pinch the thigh muscle while administering.
Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.
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This medicine is only used during an emergency. No interactions are expected during emergency use.
This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.
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Keep this medicine ready for use in the case of a narcotic overdose. Make sure that you have the phone number of your doctor or health care professional and local hospital ready. You may need to have additional doses of this medicine. Each injector contains a single dose. Some emergencies may require additional doses.
After use, bring the treated person to the nearest hospital or call 911. Make sure the treating health care professional knows that the person has received an injection of this medicine. You will receive additional instructions on what to do during and after use of this medicine before an emergency occurs.
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This does not apply.
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Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
-allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
-breathing problems
-fast, irregular heartbeat
-high blood pressure
-pain that was controlled by narcotic pain medicine
-seizures
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
-anxious
-chills
-diarrhea
-fever
-nausea, vomiting
-sweating
This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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Keep out of the reach of children.
Store at room temperature between 15 and 25 degrees C (59 and 77 degrees F). If you are using this medicine at home, you will be instructed on how to store this medicine. Keep this medicine in its outer case until ready to use. Occasionally check the solution through the viewing window of the injector. The solution should be clear. If it is discolored, cloudy, or contains solid particles, replace it with a new injector. Remember to check the expiration date of this medicine regularly. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.
NOTE: This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.
DISCLAIMER: This drug information content is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Patients should always consult their physician with any questions regarding a medical condition and to obtain medical advice and treatment. Drug information is sourced from GSDD (Gold Standard Drug Database ) provided by Elsevier.
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