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NALOXONE (nal OX one) treats opioid overdose, which causes slow or shallow breathing, severe drowsiness, or trouble staying awake. Call emergency services after using this medication. You may need additional treatment. Naloxone works by reversing the effects of opioids. It belongs to a group of medications called opioid blockers.
This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.
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This medication is for use in the nose. Lay the person on their back. Support their neck with your hand and allow the head to tilt back before giving the medication. The nasal spray should be given into 1 nostril. After giving the medication, move the person onto their side. Do not remove or test the nasal spray until ready to use.
Get emergency medical help right away after giving the first dose of this medication, even if the person wakes up. You should be familiar with how to recognize the signs and symptoms of a narcotic overdose. If more doses are needed, give the additional dose in the other nostril.
Talk to your care team about the use of this medication in children. While this medication may be prescribed for children as young as newborns for selected conditions, precautions do apply.
Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.
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This is only used during an emergency. No interactions are expected during emergency use.
This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.
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Keep this medication ready for use in the case of an opioid overdose. Make sure that you have the phone number of your care team and local hospital ready. You may need to have additional doses of this medication. Each nasal spray contains a single dose. Some emergencies may require additional doses.
After use, bring the treated person to the nearest hospital or call 911. Make sure the treating care team knows that the person has received a dose of this medication. You will receive additional instructions on what to do during and after use of this medication before an emergency occurs.
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This does not apply.
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Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible:
-Allergic reactions—skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report these to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):
-Constipation
-Dryness or irritation inside the nose
-Headache
-Increase in blood pressure
-Muscle spasms
-Stuffy nose
-Toothache
This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
Store between 20 and 25 degrees C (68 and 77 degrees F). Do not freeze. Throw away any unused medication after the expiration date. Keep in original box until ready to use.
NOTE: This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.
DISCLAIMER: This drug information content is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Patients should always consult their physician with any questions regarding a medical condition and to obtain medical advice and treatment. Drug information is sourced from GSDD (Gold Standard Drug Database ) provided by Elsevier.
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