Narcan Training and Distribution
Save a life from an opioid overdose…Learn how to administer NARCAN
NARCAN (or Naloxone) is a nasal spray medication that temporarily reduces the effects of an opioid overdose. It is the best way to give a person a second chance at life and recovery.
Signs of an opioid overdose include:
- Being unconscious
- Slow, labored, or stopped breathing (most critical)
- Cold or clammy skin
- Lips or fingernails turning blue or gray
- Pinpointed pupils
- Making snoring or gurgling sounds
- A rigid body
Getting trained in the correct way to administer NARCAN is easy.
Watch this video about how to administer NARCAN (or Naloxone):
Naloxone Training and Kit Distribution Program
Narcan is the brand name for naloxone nasal spray, a lifesaving medication that reverses an opioid overdose in a matter of minutes. Our agency is collaborating with other community agencies to promote naloxone training and distribution. Anyone can be trained to administer Narcan and it is extremely simple to use. The training takes less than 10 minutes. Once trained, we can provide you with a free Narcan kit and other harm reduction supplies. We can also provide you with replacement kits when needed.
Even if you are not personally affected by opioid use, it is always safe to have a Narcan kit in case a neighbor, bystander, or family member is in need. You can save a life.
Narcan training activities are provided by FCCS staff assigned to our Outreach & Engagement Services as well as the ROAR team. Together these programs provide mobile outreach offering peer support, harm reduction, treatment and recovery services for individuals who are struggling with a substance use disorder.
Please contact our Outreach & Engagement team for more information or to obtain training and a Narcan kit.
Some important facts to know about carrying and administering NARCAN
- Anyone can give naloxone to a person who may be overdosing, even if you don’t know what they have overdosed on.
- Remember to first assess the scene for safety and make sure it’s free of needles.
- Put on gloves prior to administering NARCAN if you have them.
- Store at room temperature 68°F to 77°F (20°C to 25°C). Do not freeze or expose to excessive heat above 104°F. Protect from light.
- It can be used on pregnant women.
- It is safe to keep around children.
- You can get it from a pharmacy or local health department without a personal prescription, often for free. Be sure to inquire about the Narcan Co-payment Assistance Program (N-CAP)