Over-the-counter Narcan: Saving Lives with Ease

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved over-the-counter Narcan, a drug that can reverse the effects of opioid overdose, in response to the ongoing opioid crisis. Starting next week, most pharmacies in the U.S. will be able to carry Narcan without a prescription. The availability of Narcan over-the-counter aims to make it more accessible to those who need it and reduce the stigma surrounding it. The move also suggests that the overall cost of Narcan could be coming down for both private citizens and first responders.