What is Naloxone: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

How to take Naloxone

• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

• To use:Inject the medicine into the outer thigh, through clothing, if needed. If you are giving this medicine to a child younger than 1 year of age, pinch the thigh while you give the medicine.After you give the first dose to the patient, get emergency medical help right away.Closely watch the patient after the injection for signs and symptoms of an opioid emergency.Give a new injection every 2 to 3 minutes if symptoms return.

• This medicine is available in 2 dosage strengths: 0.4 milligram (mg)/0.4 milliliter (mL) autoinjector and 2 mg/0.4mL autoinjector.

• The autoinjector can be used only on time. Do not remove the red safety guard until you are ready to use it.

• Do not use the medicine if it is cloudy, discolored, or has large particles in it.

• This medicine comes with patient instructions and a training device. You, your home health caregiver, and family members should read the instructions carefully. Ask your doctor if you have any questions.

• This medicine is given as a shot under your skin or into a muscle.

• This medicine is given as a shot under your skin or into a muscle.

• The autoinjector can be used only on time. Do not remove the red safety guard until you are ready to use it.

• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

• To use:Inject the medicine into the outer thigh, through clothing, if needed. If you are giving this medicine to a child younger than 1 year of age, pinch the thigh while you give the medicine.After you give the first dose to the patient, get emergency medical help right away.Closely watch the patient after the injection for signs and symptoms of an opioid emergency.Give a new injection every 2 to 3 minutes if symptoms return.

• Do not use the medicine if it is cloudy, discolored, or has large particles in it.

• This medicine is available in 2 dosage strengths: 0.4 milligram (mg)/0.4 milliliter (mL) autoinjector and 2 mg/0.4mL autoinjector.

• This medicine comes with patient instructions and a training device. You, your home health caregiver, and family members should read the instructions carefully. Ask your doctor if you have any questions.

What to do if you miss a dose of Naloxone

Naloxone contraindications

• This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to naloxone.

Naloxone warnings

• Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, liver disease, or heart disease.

• Fast, pounding, or uneven heartbeat, trouble breathing

• Fever, runny nose, sneezing, sweating, yawning

• Seizures, tremors, feeling restless, nervous, or irritable

Naloxone interactions

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney, liver, or heart disease.