NARCAN

WHAT IS IT:

Naloxone (also known as Narcan®) is a medication called an “opioid antagonist” used to counter the effects of opioid overdose.  Naloxone has no potential for abuse. It is a temporary drug sprayed up the nose that wears off in 20-90 minutes.

WHAT DOES IT DO:

Narcan is used in overdoses to counteract life-threatening central nervous system and respiratory system issues, allowing an overdose victim to breathe normally. 

WHO ADMINISTERS IT:

Often administered by emergency response personnel, naloxone can actually be administered by minimally trained laypeople including nurses, teachers, police officers and students.

WHERE IS IT:

The Naloxone Distribution Project provides free Naloxone to schools and universities at no cost. On October 11, 2022, the San Diego Unified School District Board executed a resolution to ensure that Narcan was available at all district campuses and that school police officers, nurses, health office staff and other staff on campus are trained to administer Naloxone at district school sites.

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