Naloxone
Generic name: naloxone · Brand names: Naloxone Hydrochloride
Information sourced from FDA Structured Product Labeling, updated April 19, 2024.
What is it used for?
Use(s) to “revive” someone during an overdose from many prescription pain medications or street drugs such as heroin this medicine can save a life
How to take it
Directions Step 1: CHECK if you suspect an overdose CHECK for a suspected overdose : the person will not wake up or is very sleepy or not breathing well yell “Wake up!” shake the person gently if the person is not awake, go to Step 2 Step 2: GIVE 1st dose in the nose HOLD the nasal spray device with your thumb on the bottom of the plunger INSERT the nozzle into either NOSTRIL PRESS the plunger firmly to give the 1st dose 1 nasal spray device contains 1 dose Step 3: CALL 911 CALL 911 immediately after giving the 1st dose Step 4: WATCH & GIVE WAIT 2 to 3 minutes after the 1st dose to give the medicine time to work if the person wakes up : Go to Step 5 if the person does not wake up : CONTINUE TO GIVE doses every 2 to 3 minutes until the person wakes up it is safe to keep giving doses Step 5: STAY STAY until ambulance arrives: even if the person wakes up GIVE another dose if the person becomes very sleepy again You may need to give all the doses in the pack 1 check 2 3 call 4 5 stay
Warnings
Warnings When using this product some people may experience symptoms when they wake up, such as shaking, sweating, nausea, or feeling angry. This is to be expected.
All information on this site is provided “as-is” for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment. You should consult with a medical professional if you have any questions about your health. Source: FDA Structured Product Labeling.