Zimhi
Generic name: Naloxone Hydrochloride
Dosage form: injection
Drug class:
Antidotes
Usage of Zimhi
Zimhi side effects
Zimhi may cause serious side effects, including:
The most common side effects include: nausea, dizziness, lightheadedness, and increased amounts of red blood cell breakdown products (bilirubin) in your blood.
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. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Before taking Zimhi
Do not use Zimhi if you are allergic to naloxone hydrochloride or any of the ingredients. See the end of this page for a complete list of ingredients.
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How to use Zimhi
- Administer Zimhi (naloxone hydrochloride) 5 mg/0.5 mL to adult or pediatric patients into the anterolateral aspect of the thigh, through clothing if necessary.
Use: Zimhi is indicated in adult and pediatric patients for the emergency treatment of known or suspected opioid overdose, as manifested by respiratory and/or central nervous system depression. Zimhi is intended for immediate administration as emergency therapy in settings where opioids may be present. Zimhi is not a substitute for emergency medical care.
Warnings
Zimhi is used to temporarily reverse the effects of opioid medicines. The medicine in Zimhi has no effect in people who are not taking opioid medicines. Always carry Zimhi with you in case of an opioid emergency.
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