Narcan Distribution Program

Swampscott Health Department’s Free Narcan Distribution Program

What is Narcan®?

• Narcan®, also known as naloxone, temporarily reverses an opioid overdose, giving bystanders time to call 911
• It is safe to use and has no potential for misuse
• It is easy to administer and comes as a nasal spray

How can I get Narcan® for free?

• Meet with our Public Health Nurse to receive free Narcan® (Naloxone) and fentanyl test strips
• Learn how to recognize and reverse an opioid overdose
• Please call the Swampscott Health Department to schedule your appointment:                  781-596-8864 x1280

Other Helpful Phone Numbers:

• Massachusetts Substance Use Helpline (https://helplinema.org/): 800-327-5050
• Suicide Prevention (https://988lifeline.org/): Dial 988
• Massachusetts Behavioral Health Helpline (https://www.masshelpline.com/): 833-773-2445
• Massachusetts Overdose Helpline: 800-972-0590
• Nunca use la línea directa sola: 800-928-5330
• Healthy Streets Outreach Program - Lynn (https://www.healthinnovationsinc.com/lynn): 339-440-5633

Helpful Website Links:

• CDC - Opioid Basics: https://www.cdc.gov/opioids/basics/index.html
• CDC - Lifesaving Naloxone (Narcan): https://www.cdc.gov/stopoverdose/naloxone/index.html   
• CDC - 5 Things to Know About Naloxone: https://www.cdc.gov/drugoverdose/featured-topics/naloxone.html
• CDC - Fentanyl Facts: https://www.cdc.gov/stopoverdose/fentanyl/index.html
• CDC - Stigma Reduction: https://www.cdc.gov/stopoverdose/stigma/index.html
• Learn to Cope: www.learn2cope.org

Video Clips:

• SAMHSA - What is Naloxone?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RcAaZQQqd50
• CDC - How to Use Naloxone Nasal Spray: https://youtu.be/odlFtGNjmMQ
• CDC - Protect friends and family with lifesaving naloxone (60 sec video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sm5Tbb8YcgQ