Naloxone (sometimes referred to by the brand name, Narcan) is a medication that reverses overdoses from opioids such as heroin and prescription painkillers. Opioids repress the urge to breathe – when someone is overdosing on opioids, they stop breathing and may die.
In New York, residents can get naloxone at participating pharmacies and some community-based organizations. For a list of participating pharmacies, view this PDF by the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.
To learn more about naloxone from the NYC Department of Health click here.
Where To Get Naloxone
- Community-based organizations and hospitals
- Local Pharmacy
- You can get naloxone at most pharmacies on Staten Island by prescription. Visit your local pharmacy for more information.
- Select pharmacies can provide naloxone no prescription required and free of charge. Ask about naloxone during your next visit.
How to Administer Naloxone
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