NALOXONE HCL (KLOXXADO) Nursing Considerations

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What is the generic name?

NALOXONE HCL

What is the Trade Name for NALOXONE HCL?

KLOXXADO

What are the Indications for NALOXONE HCL?

  • 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE KLOXXADO is indicated for the emergency treatment of known or suspected opioid overdose, as manifested by respiratory and/or central nervous system depression, for adult and pediatric patients. KLOXXADO is intended for immediate administration as emergency therapy in settings where opioids may be present. KLOXXADO is not a substitute for emergency medical care. KLOXXADO is an opioid antagonist indicated for the emergency treatment of known or suspected opioid overdose, as manifested by respiratory and/or central nervous system depression, for adult and pediatric patients. (1) KLOXXADO is intended for immediate administration as emergency therapy in settings where opioids may be present. KLOXXADO is not a substitute for emergency medical care. ( 1 )

 

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