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Narcotan 20mcg Injection

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Benefits

Opioid toxicityOpioid toxicity

In Opioid toxicity Opioid toxicity or opioid overdose can be life-threatening and requires immediate medical attention. It is most commonly seen in people who take opioids containing painkillers or those who are indulged in drug abuse. Narcotan 20mcg Injection helps to reverse the effects of opioid toxicity such as reduced breathing, confusion, lessened alertness, and loss of consciousness. Narcotan 20mcg Injection is given as an injection by a doctor or a nurse and should not be self-administered. If you are a caregiver to a person who is on opioids, you need to be trained well by a healthcare professional to administer Narcotan 20mcg Injection in case there is an emergency and you do not have access to medical services immediately.In Opioid toxicity Opioid toxicity or opioid overdose can be life-threatening and requires immediate medical attention. It is most commonly seen in people who take opioids containing painkillers or those who are indulged in drug abuse. Narcotan 20mcg Injection helps to reverse the effects of opioid toxicity such as reduced breathing, confusion, lessened alertness, and loss of consciousness. Narcotan 20mcg Injection is given as an injection by a doctor or a nurse and should not be self-administered. If you are a caregiver to a person who is on opioids, you need to be trained well by a healthcare professional to administer Narcotan 20mcg Injection in case there is an emergency and you do not have access to medical services immediately.

Side Effects

The majority of side effects typically do not necessitate medical intervention. and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Doctor consultation is advised if they persist or if you're worried about them.The majority of side effects typically do not necessitate medical intervention. and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Doctor consultation is advised if they persist or if you're worried about them.

How to use

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How it works

Narcotan 20mcg Injection is an opioid antagonist. Opioid medicines are strong painkillers, which in high doses can cause life-threatening side effects such as difficulty in breathing. Narcotan 20mcg Injection works by blocking the effects of opioids leading to reversal of these side effects.Narcotan 20mcg Injection is an opioid antagonist. Opioid medicines are strong painkillers, which in high doses can cause life-threatening side effects such as difficulty in breathing. Narcotan 20mcg Injection works by blocking the effects of opioids leading to reversal of these side effects.

Alcohol

Unsafe: Avoid consuming alcohol with Narcotan 20mcg Injection as it is deemed unsafe.Unsafe: Avoid consuming alcohol with Narcotan 20mcg Injection as it is deemed unsafe.

Pregnancy

Safe when prescribed by an expert: Narcotan 20mcg Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.Safe when prescribed by an expert: Narcotan 20mcg Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

Safe when prescribed by an expert: Narcotan 20mcg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.Safe when prescribed by an expert: Narcotan 20mcg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

SAFE - Narcotan 20mcg Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.SAFE - Narcotan 20mcg Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

Safe when prescribed by an expert: Narcotan 20mcg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Narcotan 20mcg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Doctor consultation is advised.Safe when prescribed by an expert: Narcotan 20mcg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Narcotan 20mcg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Doctor consultation is advised.

Liver

Seek medical advice from your doctor: There is limited information available on the use of Narcotan 20mcg Injection in patients with liver disease. Doctor consultation is advised.Seek medical advice from your doctor: There is limited information available on the use of Narcotan 20mcg Injection in patients with liver disease. Doctor consultation is advised.

What if I forget to take it?

If a dose of Narcotan 20mcg Injection is missed, it's advisable to consult your doctor.If a dose of Narcotan 20mcg Injection is missed, it's advisable to consult your doctor.

Manufacturer Address

Troikaa Pharmaceuticals Ltd., Registered Office: , 'Commerce House - 1', Satya Marg, Bodakdev, Ahmedabad-380 054. Gujarat, India.

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References

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  • Schumacher MA, Basbaum AI, Way WL. Opioids Analgesics & Antagonists. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. pp. 547-48

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