In brief: Naloxone, sold as Narcan, is a medicine that quickly reverses an opioid overdose. Spray one dose into the nose, call 911, and give another dose every 2 to 3 minutes if the person does not wake up. It is sold without a prescription, and health departments and community programs may offer it at little or no cost.
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Explore a brief history of drugs, from ancient medicinal use to modern policy shifts. Understand the health, societal, and cultural impacts of various substances.
What does EtOH mean in medicine? Learn the facts about ethyl alcohol, its health effects, blood alcohol content limits, and the importance of awareness.
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Emergency. Call for an overdose, seizure, or if someone is unresponsive.
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