narcotic antagonist

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narcotic antagonist - an antagonist used to counteract the effects of narcotics (especially to counteract the depression of respiration)

antagonist - a drug that neutralizes or counteracts the effects of another drug

Nalline, nalorphine - a narcotic antagonist (trade name Nalline) that counteracts the effects of narcotics (especially the effects of poisoning by morphine)

naloxone, Narcan - a potent narcotic antagonist (trade name Narcan) especially effective with morphine

naltrexone - an oral antagonist against the action of opiates

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The most common side effect is pruritus, which may be treated with a narcotic antagonist such as naloxone.

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Fortunately, he got here soon enough for us to administer stuff called Narcan, which is a potent narcotic antagonist.

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In addition, a greater effect on craving is an advantage over naltrexone, a narcotic antagonist that blocks the effects of opiates but does little for the craving.