Naloxone is a Thebaine Derivative having Opioid Antagonistic Characteristics that are Competitive
Naloxone What is Naloxone? Naloxone works by blocking or reversing the side effects of opioid medications, such as excessive sleepiness, decreased breathing, and loss of consciousness. A narcotic is a term used to describe an opioid. In an emergency, Narcan is used to treat an adult or kid who has overdosed on opioids. In the event of an overdose, Narcan should not be used instead of emergency medical treatment. Narcan is also used to determine whether a person has taken an opioid overdose. Warnings A potential opioid overdose is treated with Naloxone . A deadly opioid overdose can include severe sleepiness, pinpoint pupils, delayed breathing, or no respiration. It may not be possible to tell your caregivers about your medical conditions or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding in an emergency scenario before you are treated. After you've received Narcan , make sure every doctor who treats you knows. If you stop breathing or don't wake up, a c...