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Two of the most frequent opioid antagonists used to treat substance abuse are naloxone and naltrexone. Although it has certain long-term uses, Narcan (Naloxone) is mostly employed as a short-term opiate drug blocker. Opioid overdose antidote that works similarly to Naltrexone (ReVia and Vivitrol) but has a shorter treatment time. Naloxone and naltrexone are both effective and potentially lifesaving treatments for opioid addiction. Talk to your doctor first, though, because many of these drugs might have dangerous interactions with others. What is Naloxone? This medication aids in preventing the ill effects of opioids (substances that act on opioid receptors to ... Read More