Naloxone Flashcards
1
Q
What is the classification of naloxone?
A
Opioid receptor antagonist
The management and reversal of opiate over dose
2
Q
What is the presentation of naloxone?
A
- minijet syringe
- ampoules 400mcg/mL (0.4 in 1mL)
3
Q
How is naloxone administered?
A
IV/IO/IM/SC/IN
4
Q
What are the indications of naloxone?
A
- inadequate respiration and/or ALoC
Following known or suspected narcotic overdose
5
Q
What are the contra-indications of naloxone
A
KSAR
6
Q
What is the usual dosage of naloxone in adults?
A
400mcg IN (repeat x1 after 3 min PRN)
7
Q
What is the usual dosage of naloxone for paediatrics?
A
20mcg/kg IN (repeat dose PRN to maintain opioid reversal max 0.1mg/kg or 2mg)
8
Q
What are the side effects of naloxone?
A
Nausea/vomiting/agitation/seizures due to acute reversal of narcotics
