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topical naloxone hydrochloride

A topical lotion formulation of the dehydrated, hydrochloride salt form of naloxone, an opiate antagonist, with potential anti-pruritic activity. Upon topical application of the naloxone lotion, naloxone binds to and blocks epidermal mu-opiate receptors. This may suppress or diminish pruritus.
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Synonym:naloxone hydrochloride dehydrate lotion
Code name:E-0316
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