May have recurrent narcotization when naloxone wears off. Long acting, half-life is 10.8 hours. However, still should observe patient until certain no possibility of recurrent sedation. Methadone has a longer half-life. Specific Ingestions Read general guidelines for decontamination first.
Main toxicity is pulmonary from inhalation.
Do not perform lavage or induce vomiting if swallowed. If no symptoms within 6 hours, no need for further observation. May appear fine and rapidly deteriorate. Need to be admitted to a monitored unit. Be prepared to intubate the patient.