Narcan Drug

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Other names for Narcan

Naloxone

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Mechanism of action

Bind to opioid receptors, inhibiting opioid receptor permeability

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Indications

Suspected opioid overdose

Coma of an unknown sign

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Contraindications

None

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Route of administration

Intranasal

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Adult dose

2-4mg every 3-5 min up to 10mg max

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Pediatric dose

2-4 mg every 3-5 mins 10 mg max

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Special considerations

Ventilate before administering narcan to fix hypoxia

Pt. May vomit or become violent when waking up