Naloxone Flashcards
1
Q
Naloxone
Indications
(1)
A
- respiratory depression (secondary to administration of narcotic drugs)
2
Q
Naloxone
Contraindications
(2)
A
- allergy/adverse drug reaction
- newborn patients
3
Q
Naloxone
Precautions
(1)
A
- caution with pre-existing cardiac disease
4
Q
Naloxone
Presentation
A
ampoule, 400 microg/mL
5
Q
Naloxone
Respiratory Depression
Adult
IM
A
1.6mg
single dose only
6
Q
Naloxone
Respiratory Depression
Paediatric
IM
A
20microg/kg (max 800microg)
single dose only