How to Use a Naloxone Kit & Why a Narcan Case or Holder Matters in Emergencies
                     RECOGNIZING 
OPIOID OVERDOSE 
AND WHEN TO USE 
NALOXONE
Sav ing  L i ves  Through  
Awareness  and  Ac t ion
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INTRODUCTION
• Opioid overdoses are a major public 
health concern globally.
• Quick recognition and response can 
save lives.
• Naloxone is a medication designed 
to rapidly reverse opioid overdose.
What is an
OPIOID 
O• OVccEursR wDhenO oSpioEids? depress the 
central nervous system too much.
• Breathing slows or stops, leading to 
unconsciousness or death.
COMMON OPIOIDS: HEROIN, 
FENTANYL, OXYCODONE, MORPHINE, 
ETC.
CAUSES OF 
OPIOID 
OVERDOSE
• High doses of opioids.
• Mixing opioids with alcohol or 
other sedatives.
• Using opioids after a period of 
abstinence (lowered tolerance).
• Unknown potency of street drugs 
(e.g., fentanyl contamination).
KEY SIGNSSE
 of an Opioid 
• UnresponsivenesOs ovr erdose
unconsciousness.
• Slow, shallow, or stopped 
breathing.
• Blue or grayish lips and 
fingertips.
• Pinpoint (tiny) pupils.
• Gurgling, choking, or snoring-like 
sounds.
• Limp body or pale, clammy skin.
WHEN TO 
aSnU OSvPerEdCosTe 
• Any unusual unresponsiveness after 
opioid use.
• If someone collapses and is not 
breathing normally.
• If opioids or related paraphernalia 
(needles, pills) are found nearby.
 WHAT IS NALOXONE
?
• Naloxone is an opioid antagonist.
• Temporarily blocks or reverses the 
effects of opioids.
• Can be administered via nasal spray 
or injection.
WHEN TO USE 
NALOXONE?
• Use Naloxone immediately if you 
suspect an opioid overdose.
• Even if unsure, administer Naloxone 
– it is safe and will not harm 
someone not on opioids.
• Follow with emergency medical 
services (call 911 or local emergency 
number).
HOW NALOXONE 
WORKS?
• Binds to opioid receptors in the brain.
• Displaces opioids from these 
receptors.
• Restores normal breathing and 
consciousness within 2-5 minutes.
AFTER GIVING 
NALOXONE
• Stay with the person until medical 
help arrives.
• Be prepared to give a second dose if 
symptoms return.
• Provide rescue breathing if needed.
• Monitor for withdrawal symptoms 
(nausea, agitation).
 IMPORTANT 
REMINDERS
• Naloxone wears off in 30-90 minutes, 
but opioids may last longer.
• Always seek emergency help even 
after Naloxone is administered.
• Carry Naloxone if you or someone 
you know is at risk.
CONCLUSION
• Timely recognition and Naloxone 
use are crucial in opioid overdose 
situations.
• Empower yourself to act – you could 
save a life!
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