what is naloxone hydrochloride
naloxone hydrochloride. [nalâ²ÉksÅn]. an opioid antagonist. indications It is prescribed for reversal of respiratory depression and other opioid effects in patients receiving opioid analgesics and in patients who have abused heroin, morphine, or other synthetic opioids.contraindication Known hypersensitivity to this drug prohibits its use.nalâ²ÉksÅn]. an opioid antagonist. indications It is prescribed for reversal of respiratory depression and other opioid effects in patients receiving opioid analgesics and in patients who have abused heroin, morphine, or other synthetic opioids. contraindication Known hypersensitivity to this drug prohibits its use.