Nalmefene

Question 0

Indications and field use of Nalmefene

Answer 0

Antidote for opioid overdose when Naloxone is not available

Question 1

Mechanism of action of Nalmefene

Answer 1

Competitive inhibition at narcotic receptor sites

Reverse respiratory depression secondary narcotics

Question 2

Contraindications of Nalmefene

Answer 2

Hypersensitivity

Question 3

Adverse reactions of Nalmefene

Answer 3

Withdraw symptoms:
Nausea
Diaphoresis
Increased heart 
Pulmonary edema
V fib
Hypo or hypertension 
Tremors

Question 4

Routes of administration of Nalmefene

Answer 4

IV, IM, or SC

Question 5

Brand name of Nalmefene

Answer 5

Revex