Naloxone

Question 1

Naloxone - mode of action

Answer 1

An opioid antagonist - prevents or reverses the effects of opioids

Question 2

Naloxone - indications

Answer 2

1. Altered conscious state and resp depression secondary to opioid OD

Question 3

Naloxone - contraindications

Answer 3

1. NIL

Question 4

Naloxone - precautions

Answer 4

1. If pt is physically dependent on opioids, be prepared for combativeness
2. Neonates

Question 5

Naloxone - symptoms of opioid withdrawal

Answer 5

1. Sweating, goose flesh, tremors
2. Nausea & vomiting
3. Agitation
4. Dilation of pupils, lacrimation
5. Convulsions