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Narcotic Antagonist (Noun)

Meaning

An antagonist used to counteract the effects of narcotics (especially to counteract the depression of respiration).

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Examples

  • The doctor administered a narcotic antagonist to the patient to reverse the effects of the opioid overdose.
  • Naloxone is a commonly used narcotic antagonist that can rapidly counteract the life-threatening depression of respiration caused by narcotics.
  • The paramedics carried a narcotic antagonist with them on emergency calls to quickly treat patients who had overdosed on opioids.
  • The medication was designed to work as a narcotic antagonist, blocking the opioid receptors in the brain and restoring normal breathing.
  • In cases of suspected narcotic overdose, medical professionals often administer a narcotic antagonist as a precautionary measure to prevent respiratory failure.

Hyponyms

  • Narcan
  • Nalline
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