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How to Administer Narcan: A Guide to Saving Lives

When to Administer Narcan Narcan is a medication that can save the life of someone who has overdosed on opioids such as heroin, fentanyl, or prescription painkillers. It works by reversing the effects of the opioids in the person’s system and can quickly restore normal breathing. Narcan should be administered as soon as possible after an overdose is suspected, as…