"Narcan" (Naloxone)

Narcan, or Naloxone, is a medication that rapidly reverses opioid overdoses by binding to brain receptors affected by opioids like heroin or prescription painkillers. When administered during an overdose, it can restore normal breathing within minutes and prevent death. Narcan is non-addictive and safe, making it a vital tool for first responders and bystanders to intervene in opioid emergencies. It is available in various forms, including nasal sprays and auto-injectors, and should be used as soon as an overdose is suspected to improve survival chances.