Australian program distributes free Naloxone nasal spray in pharmacies to reverse opioid overdoses, saving lives.

The Australian government's Take Home Naloxone (THN) program provides free nasal spray Naloxone in pharmacies to reverse opioid overdoses, saving lives and reducing hospital admissions. In South Australia, over 16,000 units were supplied in the last financial year. Naloxone temporarily blocks opioid effects, but it is crucial to call an ambulance as its effects are temporary. The program also emphasizes safe medication storage to protect children.

November 28, 2024
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