PATIENT INFORMATION
Naloxone (nal-OKS-one) Hydrochloride Nasal Spray
You and your family members or caregivers should read this Patient Information leaflet before an opioid emergency happens. This information does not take the place of talking with your healthcare provider about your medical condition or your treatment.
What is the most important information I should know about Naloxone HCl Nasal Spray?
Naloxone HCl Nasal Spray is used to temporarily reverse the effects of opioid medicines. The medicine in Naloxone HCl Nasal Spray has no effect in people who are not taking opioid medicines. Always carry Naloxone HCl Nasal Spray with you in case of an opioid emergency.
1. Use Naloxone HCl Nasal Spray right away if you or your caregiver think signs or symptoms of an opioid emergency are present, even if you are not sure, because an opioid emergency can cause severe injury or death. Signs and symptoms of an opioid emergency may include:
• unusual sleepiness and you are not able to awaken the person with a loud voice or by rubbing firmly on the middle of their chest (sternum)
• breathing problems including slow or shallow breathing in someone difficult to awaken or who looks like they are not breathing
• the black circle in the center of the colored part of the eye (pupil) is very small, sometimes called “pinpoint pupils,” in someone difficult to awaken
2. Family members, caregivers, or other people who may have to use Naloxone HCl Nasal Spray in an opioid emergency should know where Naloxone HCl Nasal Spray is stored and how to give Naloxone HCl Nasal Spray before an opioid emergency happens.
3. Get emergency medical help right away after giving the first dose of Naloxone HCl Nasal Spray. Rescue breathing or CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) may be given while waiting for emergency medical help.
4. The signs and symptoms of an opioid emergency can return after Naloxone HCl Nasal Spray is given. If this happens, give another dose after 2 to 3 minutes using a new Naloxone HCl Nasal Spray and watch the person closely until emergency help is received.
What is Naloxone HCl Nasal Spray?
• Naloxone HCl Nasal Spray is a prescription medicine used for the treatment of an opioid emergency such as an overdose or a possible opioid overdose with signs of breathing problems and severe sleepiness or not being able to respond.
• Naloxone HCl Nasal Spray is to be given right away and does not take the place of emergency medical care. Get emergency medical help right away after giving the first dose of Naloxone HCl Nasal Spray, even if the person wakes up.
• Naloxone HCl Nasal Spray is safe and effective in children for known or suspected opioid overdose.
Who should not use Naloxone HCl Nasal Spray?
Do not use Naloxone HCl Nasal Spray if you are allergic to naloxone hydrochloride or any of the ingredients in Naloxone HCl Nasal Spray. See the end of this leaflet for a complete list of ingredients in Naloxone HCl Nasal Spray.
What should I tell my healthcare provider before using Naloxone HCl Nasal Spray?
Before using Naloxone HCl Nasal Spray, tell your healthcare provider about all of your medical conditions, including if you:
• have heart problems
• are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. Use of Naloxone HCl Nasal Spray may cause withdrawal symptoms in your unborn baby. Your unborn baby should be examined by a healthcare provider right away after you use Naloxone HCl Nasal Spray.
• are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. It is not known if Naloxone HCl Nasal Spray passes into your breast milk.
Tell your healthcare provider about the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.
How should I use Naloxone HCl Nasal Spray?
Read the “Instructions for Use” at the end of this Patient Information leaflet for detailed information about the right way to use Naloxone HCl Nasal Spray.
• Use Naloxone HCl Nasal Spray exactly as prescribed by your healthcare provider.
• Each Naloxone HCl Nasal Spray contains only 1 dose of medicine and cannot be reused.
• Lay the person on their back. Support their neck with your hand and allow the head to tilt back before giving Naloxone HCl Nasal Spray.
• Naloxone HCl Nasal Spray should be given into one nostril.
• If additional doses are needed, give Naloxone HCl Nasal Spray in the other nostril.
What are the possible side effects of Naloxone HCl Nasal Spray?
Naloxone HCl Nasal Spray may cause serious side effects, including:
• Sudden opioid withdrawal symptoms. In someone who has been using opioids regularly, opioid withdrawal symptoms can happen suddenly after receiving Naloxone HCl Nasal Spray and may include:
o body aches
o diarrhea
o increased heart rate
o fever
o runny nose
o sneezing
o goose bumps
o sweating
o yawning
o nausea or vomiting
o nervousness
o restlessness or irritability
o shivering or trembling
o stomach cramping
o weakness
o increased blood pressure
In infants under 4 weeks old who have been receiving opioids regularly, sudden opioid withdrawal may be life-threatening if not treated the right way. Signs and symptoms include: seizures, crying more than usual, and increased reflexes.
These are not all of the possible side effects of Naloxone HCl Nasal Spray.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.
You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
How should I store Naloxone HCl Nasal Spray?
* Store below 77°F (25°C).
• Excursions permitted up to 104°F (40°C).
• Do not freeze or expose to excessive heat above 104°F (40°C).
• Keep Naloxone HCl Nasal Spray in its box until ready to use. Protect from light.
• Replace Naloxone HCl Nasal Spray before the expiration date on the box.
Keep Naloxone HCl Nasal Spray and all medicines out of the reach of children.
General information about the safe and effective use of Naloxone HCl Nasal Spray.
Medicines are sometimes prescribed for purposes other than those listed in a Patient Information leaflet. Do not use Naloxone HCl Nasal Spray for a condition for which it was not prescribed. You can ask your pharmacist or healthcare provider for information about Naloxone HCl Nasal Spray that is written for health professionals.
What are the ingredients in Naloxone HCl Nasal Spray?
Active ingredient: naloxone hydrochloride
Inactive ingredients: benzalkonium chloride (preservative), disodium ethylenediaminetetraacetate (chelating agent), sodium chloride, hydrochloric acid to adjust pH and sterile water.
Naloxone HCl Nasal Spray is not made with natural rubber latex.
Made in Israel
Manufactured by Perrigo
Yeruham, Israel
Distributed by Perrigo
Allegan, MI 49010
For more information, go to
www.perrigorx.com or call 1-866-634-9120.
This Patient Information has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.