naloxone (Meaning)

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naloxone (n)

a potent narcotic antagonist (trade name Narcan) especially effective with morphine

No Synonyms and anytonyms found

Naloxone, an opioid antagonist, is used to reverse the effects of opioid overdoses.
Paramedics carry naloxone nasal spray as a first-aid treatment for heroin and fentanyl overdoses.
Naloxone binds to opioid receptors, blocking their activation by opioids.
Naloxone is administered through injection or nasal spray, depending on the emergency situation.
The rapid administration of naloxone can prevent overdose deaths and reduce tissue damage.
Law enforcement officers and laypeople are now trained to administer naloxone to help save lives.
Naloxone overdose prevention programs provide training and resources to communities at risk.
Naloxone is safe and effective when used correctly, and it has no potential for abuse.
The availability of naloxone has significantly reduced the number of opioid-related deaths in some regions.
Naloxone is a crucial tool in the fight against the opioid crisis, enabling individuals to save lives and prevent the tragic consequences of an overdose.

a potent narcotic antagonist (trade name Narcan) especially effective with morphine

No synonyms found.

No antonyms found.

Naloxone, an opioid antagonist, is used to reverse the effects of opioid overdoses.

Paramedics carry naloxone nasal spray as a first-aid treatment for heroin and fentanyl overdoses.

Naloxone binds to opioid receptors, blocking their activation by opioids.

Naloxone is administered through injection or nasal spray, depending on the emergency situation.