Salt CompositionNaloxone 400mcg
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Nex 400mcg Injection
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15 Days Easy
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WHO GMP
Certified
15 Days Easy
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Long Expiry
(>8 Months)
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Opioid toxicity
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Benefits
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. Nex 400mcg Injection helps to reverse the effects of opioid toxicity such as reduced breathing, confusion, lessened alertness, and loss of consciousness. Nex 400mcg 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 Nex 400mcg 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.
How to use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How it works
Nex 400mcg 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. Nex 400mcg Injection works by blocking the effects of opioids leading to reversal of these side effects.
Unsafe: Avoid consuming alcohol with Nex 400mcg Injection as it is deemed unsafe.
Safe when prescribed by an expert: Nex 400mcg 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: Nex 400mcg 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 - Nex 400mcg Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Safe when prescribed by an expert: Nex 400mcg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Nex 400mcg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Doctor consultation is advised.
Seek medical advice from your doctor: There is limited information available on the use of Nex 400mcg Injection in patients with liver disease. Doctor consultation is advised.
What if I forget to take it?
If a dose of Nex 400mcg Injection is missed, it's advisable to consult your doctor.
Manufacturer Address
140, Damji Samji Industrial Complex, Mahakali Caves Rd., Andheri(East), Mumbai-93.
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
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 952-53
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