Drug Class
opioid antagonist
Type
ingredient
Active Ingredient
naloxone
📋Overview
Naloxone is a medication commonly used in emergency situations to counteract the effects of opioid overdose. It works by rapidly binding to opioid receptors in the brain, reversing the life-threatening depression of the central nervous system and respiratory system caused by opioids. Naloxone is associated with conditions involving opioid toxicity or overdose, and is an important tool in efforts to address the opioid crisis.
📚References
Information from MedlinePlus.gov (NIH).
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