Through Prescriptions and Medical Response, we are working to reduce the number of misused and expired prescription drugs by promoting safe at-home disposal of unused medications and ensuring that prescription drugs are only being used when completely necessary. When dealing directly with the opioid crisis, naloxone is important. To ensure a better understanding of naloxone, this line of operation also works to educate the public and provides resources focused on naloxone training and access, how to talk to your pharmacist, non-addictive pain management methods, the need for tighter opioid prescription protocols, and promotes safe at-home disposal of unused medications.
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State Naloxone Access Rules and Resources
As you investigate the rules within your state, it is important to understand the difference between access to naloxone for individuals at risk in contrast to access to naloxone by a third party who might be a family member, caregiver, or citizen interested in being prepared to save a life. State Rules & Regulations The…
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What is Naloxone?
Naloxone is a non-scheduled (non-addictive) medication used in opioid overdoses to counteract life-threatening depression of the central nervous system and respiratory system, allowing an individual experiencing an overdose to breathe normally. Naloxone can be administered by non-medical personnel, which makes it ideal for individuals to treat overdose in people who have been prescribed opioid pain…
