Parents Send College Kids Back to School with Narcan to Combat Overdoses

Parents send college kids back to school with Narcan to combat overdoses

Growing numbers of parents are sending college students back to school with Narcan, the naloxone nasal spray that reverses opioid overdoses, amid campus safety concerns.

Parents send college kids back to school with Narcan to combat overdoses – Democratic Accent

For many college students, back-to-school prep isn’t just about dorm decor and classroom supplies — a growing number of parents are reportedly sending their kids back to school with Narcan. Narcan is a popular brand name for naloxone, a medication that can quickly reverse an opioid overdose. Once a prescription medication, it is now available over the counter for anywhere from $40 to $80, according to industry sources. SUPPLEMENT SOLD AT GAS STA…