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nasal naloxone

Norwegian University of Science and Technology · FDA-approved active Small molecule

Naloxone is an opioid antagonist that blocks opioid receptors to rapidly reverse opioid overdose effects.

Naloxone is an opioid antagonist that blocks opioid receptors to rapidly reverse opioid overdose effects. Used for Opioid overdose reversal, Emergency treatment of known or suspected opioid overdose.

At a glance

Generic namenasal naloxone
SponsorNorwegian University of Science and Technology
Drug classOpioid antagonist
TargetOpioid receptors (mu, delta, kappa)
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaEmergency medicine / Toxicology
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

Naloxone competitively binds to opioid receptors (mu, delta, and kappa) with higher affinity than opioids, displacing opioids from these receptors and reversing respiratory depression, sedation, and other opioid effects. The nasal formulation allows rapid intranasal absorption for quick onset of action in emergency overdose situations. This is particularly valuable for opioid overdose reversal in community and out-of-hospital settings.

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Key clinical trials

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