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What to Know About Over-the-Counter Narcan
The two-dose spray will be sold over-the-counter at major pharmacy chains.
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Narcan, an emergency opioid overdose reversal treatment, will soon be available at US pharmacies without a prescription for about $45. The Food and Drug Administration approved Emergent BioSolutions Inc.’s spray for over-the-counter use in March. It’s the first opioid antidote to be available without a prescription, which will ease access for thousands of patients and their families. Here’s what you need to know about it:
Narcan nasal spray is a lifesaving treatment for people who overdose on opioids, including fentanyl and heroin.