Naloxone

Naloxone is a medicinal substance that is a specific antidote for morphine and similar narcotic drugs. It is prescribed by intravenous or subcutaneous injection. Since naloxone is a short-acting drug, repeated administration may be required. The trade name for this drug is Narcan.

Naloxone is used to treat overdoses of opioids such as heroin, morphine, or oxycodone. It works by competing with opioids for receptors in the brain, thereby reversing the effects of an overdose. Naloxone is very effective and can save lives when used promptly.

Naloxone has a very short half-life, so its effects last about 30-90 minutes. Sometimes the drug may need to be re-administered if overdose symptoms recur.

Overall, naloxone is an important medicine that can effectively reverse opioid overdoses and save lives. It should be kept on hand for emergency treatment in cases of suspected opioid poisoning.

Naloxone. Therapeutic effect and pharmacokinetics

- Naloxone, a medicine that blocks opiate receptors and neutralizes the effects of opioids (morphine, methadone, etc.), used to relieve pain and reduce fever. They can be used for alcohol and withdrawal syndromes. - A medicine for restoring cognitive functions after long-term use of amphetamines, ketamine and benzodiazepines during withdrawal symptoms. The drug reduces the patient's need for medications.