Can narcan be used in cardiac arrests?

Naloxone (commonly known by the brand Narcan) is an opioid antagonist used to reverse the effects of opioid overdose. It is not indicated or used in cardiac arrests.

Cardiac arrests are typically caused by electrical disturbances in the heart leading to the cessation of effective pumping of blood. Treatment involves CPR, defibrillation, and addressing any underlying medical conditions.

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