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naloxone hydrochloride
NALOXONE HYDROCHLORIDE
naloxone hydrochloride (NALOXONE HYDROCHLORIDE) is a opioid receptors; mu/kappa/delta antagonist. Associated with Amneal Pharma Europe Ltd. Route of administration: intramuscular, subcutaneous. Current US regulatory status: approved.
Drug details — naloxone hydrochloride
- US status
- approved
- Class
- —
- Route
- INTRAMUSCULAR, SUBCUTANEOUS
- Patents
- 3
- Programs
- 26
- Data quality
- 0.89
Quick answer
naloxone hydrochloride (NALOXONE HYDROCHLORIDE) is a opioid receptors; mu/kappa/delta antagonist. Associated with Amneal Pharma Europe Ltd. Route of administration: intramuscular, subcutaneous. Current US regulatory status: approved.
Key facts
Mechanism of action
Opioid receptors; mu/kappa/delta antagonist
Primary target: Opioid receptors; mu/kappa/delta
Approval history
| Authority | Status | Date |
|---|---|---|
| FDA | approved | — |
Recent coverage
FDA approves OTC Rextovy, broadening naloxone access for opioid overdose
FDA approved Rextovy, an over-the-counter 4 mg naloxone hydrochloride nasal spray for emergency opioid overdose treatment. Consumers can buy it without a prescription at pharmacies, convenience stores, and online, broadening public access to overdose reversal.
FDA Approves First OTC Naloxone Nasal Spray for Opioid Overdose
In a groundbreaking move, the FDA has approved the first over-the-counter naloxone nasal spray, providing a critical tool in combating opioid overdose emergencies.
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Frequently asked questions
What is naloxone hydrochloride?
naloxone hydrochloride (NALOXONE HYDROCHLORIDE) is a opioid receptors; mu/kappa/delta antagonist. Associated with Amneal Pharma Europe Ltd. Route of administration: intramuscular, subcutaneous. Current US regulatory status: approved.
What is the brand name for naloxone hydrochloride?
NALOXONE HYDROCHLORIDE is a marketed brand name for naloxone hydrochloride. Check FDA Drugs@FDA for the current US label holder and prescribing information.
What is the US approval status of naloxone hydrochloride?
naloxone hydrochloride has approved status in the United States according to our Drugs@FDA-derived records. Verify on the official FDA label before clinical or commercial decisions.