Naloxone (or Narcan®) is an antidote for opioids (including codeine, demerol, hydromorphe, heroin, oxycodone, fentanyl, methadone) that can be used to temporarily reverse the effects of an opioid overdose. This medication is available in both injectable and nasal spray formats.
5 Things You Should Know About Naloxone
An overdose in a medical emergency. Always call 911 even if naloxone has been administered. Naloxone will only work for about 30 minutes.
Where can I get Naloxone? |
Someone who is experiencing an overdose cannot help themselves. If you, or someone you care about uses substances and/or opioids, get a naloxone kit. Injectable and nasal spray naloxone is available free at select pharmacies. Check the Naloxone Kit Finder to search for pharmacies in your area. Naloxone is also available for free at participating agencies in Waterloo Region.
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Giving Naloxone |
Naloxone is available as a nasal spray or as an injectable. The video 'Naloxone Demonstration' provides detailed instructions on both injectable and nasal spray naloxone.
For instructions on how to use nasal naloxone, please check: Intranasal Naloxone Infographic (written instructions)(University of Waterloo, School of Pharmacy) Watch 'Giving Naloxone Nasal Spray'
For instructions on how to use injectable naloxone, please check: Injected Naloxone (University of Waterloo, School of Pharmacy) Watch 'Naloxone Made Easy' Watch 'Naloxone Administration'
Other naloxone related resources include: Handout: Five Steps to Respond to an Opioid Overdose Handout |
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