Acting Secretary of Health and Physician General Dr. Denise Johnson has expanded naloxone standing orders that allow residents to obtain naloxone products to help combat the rise of overdoses in Pennsylvania.
"With this expansion of naloxone availability, each of us has the opportunity to be a first responder to a fellow Pennsylvanian amid the ongoing opioid crisis," said Gov. Tom Wolf. "When an overdose is reversed thanks to naloxone, and someone's life is saved, we are giving them another chance at life. This tool is free for Pennsylvanians, and it works. With it, we can help survivors down the road to recovery and treatment."
The latest expansion includes a non-prefilled syringe with two single-dose vials of liquid naloxone that is injectable. This is currently the most cost-effective form available right now. Residents can present a copy of this standing order, which is available online, at their local pharmacy to obtain the life-saving naloxone.
"I carry naloxone because I know that it can save a life," Dr. Johnson said. "I want to make it as easy as possible for every adult to have naloxone handy. With this expansion of the standing orders, all four forms of naloxone are now available, including the most cost-effective form in two single-dose vials and a non-prefilled syringe."
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