How To Administer Narcan?

Call emergency services immediately

Check for signs of opioid overdose

Lay the person on their back

Tilt the head back and support the neck

Remove the Narcan nasal spray from the package

Hold the spray with your thumb on the bottom and two fingers on either side of the nozzle

Insert the nozzle into one nostril until your fingers touch the nose

Press the plunger firmly to release the dose

If using injectable Narcan, follow the product instructions exactly

If the person does not respond after 2 to 3 minutes, give another dose

Continue giving doses every 2 to 3 minutes if needed

If the person is breathing, place them on their side in the recovery position

Stay with the person until emergency help arrives

If the person stops breathing, begin rescue breathing or CPR if trained

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