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. 1977 Jan;59(1):117-8.

Dextromethorphan toxicity: reversal by naloxone

W L Shaul, M Wandell, W O Robertson
  • PMID: 840529

Dextromethorphan toxicity: reversal by naloxone

W L Shaul et al. Pediatrics. 1977 Jan.

Abstract

Naloxone has been shown to be effective in antagonizing the effects of a number of narcotic and related drugs. Its successful use in managing a patient with an overdose of dextromethorphan extends its application as a specific antidote.

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