Thursday, August 31, 2023

Over-the-counter opioid overdose antidote Narcan to hit U.S. stores next week, drugmaker says

Good news! May it safe as many lives as possible!

"The first over-the-counter naloxone, a drug used to reverse opioid overdose, will be available in retail stores and online as soon as next week, its manufacturer said Wednesday.

The medicine, with the brand name Narcan, will have a suggested retail price of $44.99 per carton of two doses, maker Emergent BioSolutions said in a news release. It will be available initially in stores and online from retailers including Walgreens, Rite Aid, Walmart and CVS. ..."

Over-the-counter opioid overdose antidote Narcan to hit shelves next week, drugmaker says | CNN

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