naloxone

/næˈlɒksən/

Definitions

1. noun

an opioid antagonist used to counteract opioid overdose or poisoning

“The paramedics administered naloxone to revive the overdose victim.”

Synonyms

  • narcotic antidote
  • opioid antagonist

Antonyms

  • narcotic stimulant
  • opioid agonist