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Drug abuse is a huge issue in North Carolina, and it affects everyone in the community directly and indirectly. We wanted to spread awareness about the dangers of drugs, along with teaching about the importance of narcan and naloxone. This website some basic information you may need to know about narcan and drug abuse, but if you want to learn more about these topics, visit the “Learn More” post for links to more informative sources!

Narcan is a nasal spray that counteracts drug overdose that is newly approved by the FDA. Narcan is very easy to use and can save lives! If you ever see someone who is overdosing, narcan can help them stay safe until proper medical care is accessible. It is important to note that while narcan is a good immediate solution, you should still call 911 for an ambulance as narcan won’t completely save someone. Narcan is also very easy to attain, because it can be bought at most drugstores or provided for free by some organizations.

Drug overdose can cause several immediate as well as long-term health problems including death, seizures, mental health issues like depression, anxiety, and memory loss, and cause damage to the brain.

STEP 1

Check For Signs Of Overdose

• Will not wake up or respond to voice or touch
• Breathing is very slow, irregular, or stopped
• Center part of eye is very small

If they are not responding, call 911 and lay them on back to administer Narcan

STEP 2

Administer Narcan Nasal Spray

1. Remove Narcan from box and peel off the tab to open the Narcan

2. Hold the NARCAN nasal spray with your thumb on the bottom of the plunger and your first and middle fingers on either side of the nozzle

3. Tilt the person’s head back and gently insert nozzle into ONE nostril until either side of the nozzle are against the person nose

4. Press the plunger firmly to give the dose and remove nozzle after spraying

STEP 3

GET EMERGENCY MEDICAL HELP RIGHT AWAY

You can easily buy Narcan from a CVS or Walgreens without a prescription.

Narcan costs around 50 dollars for 2 nasal sprays. Narcan is now available in all states without a prescription in every state plus Washington DC. Narcan has never been so available and accessible.

You can get free Narcan from The Department of Health

You can get free Narcan from the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services. This groups gives out Narcan and teaches people how to use it. This way people can always be ready to help someone in need.

National Institute of Drug Abuse – Read informative articles about drug abuse

Food and Drug Administration – Read specific details about Narcan

If you or someone close to you is dealing with drug abuse and you want help or someone to talk to, here are some resources for you:

Learn about different rehab facilities and helplines

Call 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline