Narcotic Antagonist Flashcards
1
Q
Actions
A
-binds strongly to opioid receptors, but they don’t
activate the receptors
-reverse effects of opioids
2
Q
Uses
A
- reversal of adverse effects of narcotics
- treating narcotic &/or alcoholic dependence
3
Q
Ex
A
naloxone (Narcan)
nalrexone (Re Via)
