New compound could supercharge naloxone in fight against …
Jul 3, 2024 · Now, scientists may have found a drug-busting partner for naloxone. Naloxone is an opioid antidote that has saved tens of thousands of lives by rapidly reversing opioid overdoses in more than 90% of cases in which it is used. But its powers are temporary, lasting only 30 …
Biden-Harris Administration Announces New Action to Increase Naloxone …
Dec 21, 2023 · Earlier this year, the FDA also approved certain naloxone nasal sprays for non-prescription, over-the-counter use in March and July. Now, for the first time ever, naloxone is available for over-the-counter purchase at grocery stores and pharmacies across the country.
FDA Approves First Over-the-Counter Naloxone Nasal Spray
Mar 29, 2023 · Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Narcan, 4 milligram (mg) naloxone hydrochloride nasal spray for over-the-counter (OTC), nonprescription, use – the first naloxone product...
250 companies, schools and organizations pledge to provide …
Oct 8, 2024 · White House officials say more than 250 companies, universities, labor groups and other organizations have joined a national effort to reduce drug overdose deaths. They’ve agreed to stock free...
The Biden-Harris Administration Takes Critical Action to Make Naloxone …
Mar 29, 2023 · Naloxone – a medicine that can reverse an opioid-related overdose – has been shown to be a critical tool to prevent fatal overdoses, connect more people to treatment for substance use disorder, and save lives.
FDA Approves Second Over-the-Counter Naloxone Nasal Spray …
Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved RiVive, 3 milligram (mg) naloxone hydrochloride nasal spray for over-the-counter (OTC), nonprescription use for the emergency treatment of...
FDA approves over-the-counter Narcan. Here’s what it means - AP News
Mar 29, 2023 · The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday approved selling the leading version of naloxone without a prescription, setting the overdose-reversing drug on course to become the first opioid treatment drug to be sold over the counter.
Over-the-counter opioid overdose antidote Narcan is arriving in ... - CNN
Aug 30, 2023 · 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 suggested...
Recent Naloxone Information & News - American Medical Association
Nov 21, 2024 · Naloxone is a lifesaving medication that can reverse opioid overdoses. The AMA encourages physicians to prescribe naloxone to patients at risk of overdose. Find the latest naloxone information on the AMA, from news and policy coverage to resources and studies.
FDA approves first over-the-counter version of opioid overdose ... - CNN
Mar 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.