The antidote, naloxone, is supposed to be readily available at pharmacies in most states. But a report last year found that wasn't the case.
The prescription medication naloxone can reverse an opioid overdose and has become a key tool in the US's deadly and prolonged opioid crisis. On Friday, the US Food and Drug Administration highlighted its efforts to increase availability of naloxone, including encouraging companies to create a non-prescription product. But experts say that the FDA has the power to make naloxone available without a prescription and should do so.
The prescription medication naloxone can reverse an opioid overdose and has become a key tool in the US's deadly and prolonged opioid crisis. On Friday, the US Food and Drug Administration highlighted its efforts to increase availability of naloxone, including encouraging companies to create a non-prescription product. But experts say that the FDA has the power to make naloxone available without a prescription and should do so.
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