Reversing a fentanyl overdose | 60 Minutes - CBS News
WEB10 hours ago · Narcan is a nasal spray that delivers the life-saving drug naloxone. When delivered in time, naloxone can reverse an overdose, from fentanyl or other opioids, that would otherwise be fatal, and ...
The Biden-Harris Administration Takes Critical Action to Make Naloxone …
WEBMar 29, 2023 · The Biden-Harris administration announced that the FDA approved the first nonprescription naloxone nasal spray, Narcan, to reverse opioid-related overdoses. This action is part of HHS's Overdose Prevention Strategy to expand access to naloxone and other harm reduction interventions.
The FDA approves Opvee, a new nasal spray to reverse opioid overdoses : NPR
WEBMay 22, 2023 · WASHINGTON — U.S. health regulators on Monday approved a new easy-to-use version of a medication to reverse overdoses caused by fentanyl and other opioids driving the nation's drug crisis.
FDA Approves First Over-the-Counter Naloxone Nasal Spray
WEBMar 29, 2023 · Narcan, a medication that reverses opioid overdose, is now available without a prescription in the U.S. The FDA approved the switch from prescription to OTC status based on data showing that...
Over-the-counter opioid overdose antidote Narcan is arriving in ... - CNN
WEBAug 30, 2023 · CNN — The first over-the-counter naloxone, a drug used to reverse opioid overdose, is starting to come available in retail stores and online. The medicine, with the brand name Narcan, has a...
Biden-Harris Administration Announces New Action to Increase Naloxone …
WEBDec 21, 2023 · Now, for the first time ever, naloxone is available for over-the-counter purchase at grocery stores and pharmacies across the country. Other opioid overdose reversal medications are also available with a prescription and …
FDA approves over-the-counter Narcan. Here’s what it means - AP News
WEBMar 29, 2023 · The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved selling overdose antidote naloxone over-the-counter, marking the first time an opioid treatment drug will be available without a prescription.
Narcan, overdose-reversing drug, is approved for OTC sales by the FDA : NPR
WEBMar 29, 2023 · Naloxone, which comes in a nasal spray and an injectable drug, can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose and restore a person's breathing. Opioids include heroin, fentanyl, oxycodone and...
FDA approves first over-the-counter version of opioid overdose ... - CNN
WEBMar 29, 2023 · Naloxone reverses an overdose for up to about 90 minutes, but opioids can stay in the system for longer, so it’s still important to call 911 after giving the drug.
F.D.A. Approves Narcan for Over-the-Counter Sales
WEBMar 29, 2023 · Narcan, a prescription nasal spray that reverses opioid overdoses, can now be sold over the counter, the Food and Drug Administration said on Wednesday, authorizing a move long-sought by public...
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