Naloxone
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What is the most important information I should know about naloxone?
| Pronunciation: | nah LOX own |
| Brand: | Narcan |
Before using naloxone, tell your doctor if you are using any narcotic pain medicines. The pain-relieving effects of any narcotic medications you use will be reversed if you use them during your treatment with naloxone. Withdrawal symptoms could also occur, such as body aches, diarrhea, increased heart rate, fever, sweating, nausea or vomiting, irritability, trembling, weakness, and increased blood pressure. Your doctor may want to observe you after using naloxone to watch for side effects.
 | Naloxone can cause side effects that may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be awake and alert. |
 | Avoid drinking alcohol while taking naloxone. Alcohol may increase dizziness caused by naloxone. |
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| Last updated: | March 29, 2006 |
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