Why don’t more teens carry Narcan?

[Anonymous]

People don't realize that their teens may be buying drugs that look like official prescription pills, but they are laced with fentanyl - enough to kill them. Suburban kids who are A students buy pills to chill out from friends, online, through the mail. If you have teens you should have Narcan in your medicine chest.

[Anonymous]

Ok, how many people on this thread have been with someone who’s od’d? Exactly how common is this supposed to be?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I can't think of where my kids might be that this would be an issue they personally would have to address. Mine's a lifeguard and they don't even have it at the pool.

It's just nasal spray, anyone with a working hand can administer it to another person.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Ok, how many people on this thread have been with someone who’s od’d? Exactly how common is this supposed to be?

I haven't been with someone who OD'd, but I know at least a dozen people who have died of overdoses over several decades. I know that some of them were not alone when they died. Narcan may have saved them.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Ok, how many people on this thread have been with someone who’s od’d? Exactly how common is this supposed to be?

There was a guy who collapsed on the sidewalk within view from where I was passing by. I called for an ambulance and was ready to pull out narcan but the EMTs got there quick.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Ok, how many people on this thread have been with someone who’s od’d? Exactly how common is this supposed to be?

I haven't been with someone who OD'd, but I know at least a dozen people who have died of overdoses over several decades. I know that some of them were not alone when they died. Narcan may have saved them.

Perhaps re evaluate your friend circle. I know NO ONE who has even come close to Od'ing.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Ok, how many people on this thread have been with someone who’s od’d? Exactly how common is this supposed to be?

There was a guy who collapsed on the sidewalk within view from where I was passing by. I called for an ambulance and was ready to pull out narcan but the EMTs got there quick.

Guy could also have been diabetic. Did you have your glucagon ready next to your Narcan?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Is this real?

People just carry Narcan around?

No. People don't.

Yes, a lot of people do. Especially those who have known drug users or encounter users on a regular basis. I lived in Portland, OR for many years and due to the crap circumstances there with homelessness and drug use (I mean, you really can't avoid junkies at any park or in any neighborhood anymore) I know a lot of people who carry Narcan. Especially librarians.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Ok, how many people on this thread have been with someone who’s od’d? Exactly how common is this supposed to be?

There was a guy who collapsed on the sidewalk within view from where I was passing by. I called for an ambulance and was ready to pull out narcan but the EMTs got there quick.

I think this is the problem with it. No matter how much we want to help, we truly have no idea what people collapse from most of the time, unless there is someone nearby to give you information, you see the dope or needle or whatever, or unless you have some medical training.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Ok, how many people on this thread have been with someone who’s od’d? Exactly how common is this supposed to be?

There was a guy who collapsed on the sidewalk within view from where I was passing by. I called for an ambulance and was ready to pull out narcan but the EMTs got there quick.

I think this is the problem with it. No matter how much we want to help, we truly have no idea what people collapse from most of the time, unless there is someone nearby to give you information, you see the dope or needle or whatever, or unless you have some medical training.

This. If I see someone collapse on the sidewalk I'm calling 911. Maybe then look for a medical alert bracelet and see if I can help in some way. I am in no way qualified to render first aid. A drug OD would not even occur to me in the moment. No way would I expect my teen to be able to assess and figure out medical treatment for a random stranger.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Ok, how many people on this thread have been with someone who’s od’d? Exactly how common is this supposed to be?

There was a guy who collapsed on the sidewalk within view from where I was passing by. I called for an ambulance and was ready to pull out narcan but the EMTs got there quick.

Guy could also have been diabetic. Did you have your glucagon ready next to your Narcan?

No, but I do try to have something high-sugar just in case.

From my experience, people who are hypoglycemic are faint but able to ask for help.

If you follow the training, you don't give Narcan to someone who is conscious or able to be roused.

If you did use Narcan inappropriately on someone hypoglycemic, it wouldn't hurt them.

So, training and preparedness? I don't know that I've ever saved someone's life, but I have helped out a couple of people who were struggling.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Epi pens cost something like $400 for 2

So, you’re just going to let the allergic die because you’re cheap. Great citizen you are. I hope CPS takes your kids.

[Anonymous]

I have it in my home and my teens know where to get it. Yes, I know a teen who OD’d from one bad pill. It can be the first pill they ever try. Yes, it’s such a problem the federal government is giving out Narcan for free. No, my kids will not take it to school, but will to college. States are also making it so you don’t have to have a prescription either. You can probably get it free from your local health dept. In VA - https://dbhds.virginia.gov/behavioral-health/substance-abuse-services/revive/
In MD - https://beforeitstoolate.maryland.gov/what-you-need-to-know-about-naloxone-2/

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Ok, how many people on this thread have been with someone who’s od’d? Exactly how common is this supposed to be?

It's extremely common. I was walking to work once and saw someone collapse - he was OD'ing. An off duty fire fighter pulled over to help, but I've carried Narcan since then. Teens could very easily be at a party, a concert, walking down the street and see someone. Of course you call 911 but it's important to give it quickly.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Ok, how many people on this thread have been with someone who’s od’d? Exactly how common is this supposed to be?

There was a guy who collapsed on the sidewalk within view from where I was passing by. I called for an ambulance and was ready to pull out narcan but the EMTs got there quick.

Guy could also have been diabetic. Did you have your glucagon ready next to your Narcan?

Or, have a seizure disorder, in this case you’d need to administer diastat rectally.