Naloxone Flashcards

1
Q

Naloxone
Indications
(1)

A
  • respiratory depression (secondary to administration of narcotic drugs)
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2
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Naloxone
Contraindications
(2)

A
  • allergy/adverse drug reaction
  • newborn patients
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3
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Naloxone
Precautions
(1)

A
  • caution with pre-existing cardiac disease
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4
Q

Naloxone
Presentation

A

ampoule, 400 microg/mL

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5
Q

Naloxone
Respiratory Depression
Adult
IM

A

1.6mg
single dose only

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6
Q

Naloxone
Respiratory Depression
Paediatric
IM

A

20microg/kg (max 800microg)
single dose only

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