What is naloxone hydrochloride?

Naloxone hydrochloride (naloxone) is a drug that can temporarily stop the effects of opioid drugs. Naloxone can help restore breathing during an opioid overdose.

What are opioids?

Opioids are a group of drugs that includes morphine, heroin, methadone, fentanyl and oxycodone. This group of drugs is often prescribed to manage pain.

What are the signs and symptoms of an opioid overdose?

An opioid drug overdose happens when you take more drugs than your body can process. Signs and symptoms include:

• Slow, irregular or no breathing
• Slow or no heart beat
• Pale, clammy skin
• Extreme drowsiness
• Unconsciousness, or unable to arouse
• Pinpoint […]

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