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Nyxoid TM
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Active ingredients: naloxone
Pack: Nyxoid 1.8 mg/actuation nasal spray, 2 x 1 actuation, pump packs
Brand name
(ARTG)
: NYXOID naloxone hydrochloride dihydrate 2.2 mg/actuation nasal spray vialDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Nyxoid is intended as part of the emergency treatment for known or suspected opioid overdose as manifested by respiratory and/or central nervous system depression in:, the home or other non medical setting, a health facility setting,For this reason, Nyxoid should be carried by persons at risk of, or likely to witness such events.,Nyxoid is indicated in adults and children.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Spray, nasal
- Nasal
- A unit dose device containing a vial held tightly within a vial holder. The vial is a clear glass vial containing liquid and a black stopper. All components show no visible signs of damage.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Do not Freeze
- Shelf lifetime is 30 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
This medicine is available from a pharmacy without prescription. It is
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient naloxone
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
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