What is naloxone?
Naloxone (also known as Narcan) is a safe, potentially life-saving medication designed to reverse an opioid overdose. Opioids cause death by slowing then stopping breathing. Naloxone can reverse this effect within two to five minutes and may prevent brain injury and death. Opioid drug poisonings typically take 45 to 90 minutes to cause death. Delays of only a few minutes may mean the difference between life and death. Naloxone is available as both a nasal spray and an injectable.
Where can I get naloxone in Lenawee County?
- All major pharmacy chains
Cost: No prior prescription needed, but cost depends on insurance. Call before going in
How do I use naloxone?
Access a free community layperson training on how to use naloxone from www.overdoseACTION.org – a local website developed in collaboration with University of Michigan School of Nursing, Washtenaw County Sheriffs Office, and Home of New Vision.
Or contact Lenawee Community Mental Health Authority to find an upcoming training near you.
Who should carry naloxone?
- Anyone at risk of an opioid overdose.
- Anyone who knows someone who is at risk for an opioid overdose.
