Nalmefene Flashcards
(6 cards)
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Indications and field use of Nalmefene
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Antidote for opioid overdose when Naloxone is not available
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Mechanism of action of Nalmefene
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Competitive inhibition at narcotic receptor sites
Reverse respiratory depression secondary narcotics
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Contraindications of Nalmefene
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Hypersensitivity
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Adverse reactions of Nalmefene
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Withdraw symptoms: Nausea Diaphoresis Increased heart Pulmonary edema V fib Hypo or hypertension Tremors
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Routes of administration of Nalmefene
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IV, IM, or SC
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Brand name of Nalmefene
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Revex
