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\nText line number (716) 858-7695 or scan QR code to access free Narcan and test strips.<\/p>\n
\nText line number (716) 858-7695 or scan QR code to access free Narcan and test strips.<\/p>\n
What is naloxone and is it the same as Narcan\u00ae?\u00a0<\/p>\n Naloxone is the generic name for Narcan. \u00a0When naloxone was first approved, its brand name was \u201cNarcan.\u201d There are now other brand names for naloxone.\u00a0<\/p>\n Naloxone is a lifesaving, first-aid medication used to reverse an opioid overdose. It works by kicking the opioids off their receptors and blocking the effects of opioids in the body. Naloxone is a do no harm drug meaning it won\u2019t have any impact on someone who does not have opioids in their system, because of this we encourage everyone to keep it with them at all times.\u00a0<\/p>\n What is an opioid overdose?<\/p>\n Overdose occurs when a toxic amount of a substance overwhelms the body (that amount is different for everyone). Specifically for an opioid overdose breathing becomes slowed or stopped which can lead to unconsciousness and death. This process in the body can occur over minutes to hours after an opioid is used, because of this we recommend using substances with a trusted person or utilizing the Never Use Alone Prevention Line (877)696-1996.\u00a0<\/p>\n Warning signs that an overdose is occurring:<\/p>\n Pale blue or purple lips and fingernails In case of an overdose follow these steps:<\/p>\n Stay with the individual.\u00a0 Where can I get free naloxone\/Narcan, fentanyl test strips, xylazine test strips, and other harm reduction supplies?\u00a0<\/p>\n The Erie County Department of Health (ECDOH) offers many ways to get naloxone and other harm reduction supplies for free.\u00a0<\/p>\n Please note that the ECDOH can only send supplies to addresses in Western New York.<\/p>\n Online:\u00a0<\/p>\n Call: 716-858-7695<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n Text: tel:716-858-7695<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n Email: harm.reduction@erie.gov<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n Please allow 1-2 weeks for above orders to be processed.<\/p>\n Visit:\u00a0<\/p>\n Other organizations that offer free harm reduction supplies\u00a0<\/p>\n How and when to use Narcan\u00a0<\/p>\n
\nSlowed or stopped breathing and heartbeat
\nGurgling sounds coming from the mouth
\nUnresponsive to stimuli (can\u2019t wake up)<\/p>\n
\nLay the person on their back and tilt the person’s head back to open the nasal passageways.
\nInsert Narcan into the person’s nose and press the plunger.\u00a0
\nCall 911 and emphasize that there is an unresponsive person who needs medical attention- The\u00a0NY State 911 Good Samaritan Law<\/a>\u00a0protects anyone calling 911 to save a life.
\nIf you are comfortable, provide rescue breathing while waiting for the first dose to work.
\nIf they are still unresponsive after 2-3 minutes, provide another dose of Narcan in the opposite nostril.
\nPlace in the Recovery Position.\u00a0<\/p>\n![\"Flyer](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/narcanteststripsgraphic_wide.png\")
\nText line number (716) 858-7695 or scan QR code to access free Narcan and test strips.<\/p>\n![\"Harm](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/picnarcanopenstand.png\")
\nHarm Reduction OPEN Stand<\/p>\n