Naloxone (Narcan)

Question 1

Naloxone (Narcan)

Class:

Answer 1

Competitive narcotic agonist.

Question 2

Naloxone (Narcan)

Mechanism of Action:

Answer 2

Binds with narcotic receptor sites, displacing narcotics and blocking their effects.

Question 3

Naloxone (Narcan)

Indications:

Answer 3

To reverse respiratory depression associated with narcotic overdose.

Question 4

Naloxone (Narcan)

Contraindications:

Answer 4

Hypersensitivity.

Question 5

Naloxone (Narcan)

Precautions:

Answer 5

Rapid large doses may cause immediate withdrawals in narcotic dependent patients. Try and administer slower to reverse respiratory depression rather than complete reversal.

Question 6

Naloxone (Narcan)

Side Effects:

Answer 6

N/V, Hyper/Hypotension, dysrhythmias.

Question 7

Naloxone (Narcan)

Interactions:

Answer 7

No direct drug interactions, only works with opiate overdose.

Question 8

Naloxone (Narcan)

Dosage:

Answer 8

0.4mg-2.0mg to a max of 10mg.

Question 9

Naloxone (Narcan)

Routes:

Answer 9

IV/IM/IN/IO/SQ.

Question 10

Naloxone (Narcan)

Notes:

Answer 10

Short half life, always do a patient assessment!

Question 11

Naloxone (Narcan)

NH Notes:

Answer 11

First responders/family members now have access to this medication.