NARCAN Nasal Spray

In recent years, the misuse and abuse of opioids have become a growing concern worldwide, with devastating consequences for public health. While the immediate dangers of opioid overdose are well-documented, a silent and potentially lethal complication often lurks in the shadows—opioid-induced respiratory depression...

On March 29, 2023, the FDA made the landmark decision to approve Emergent BioSolutions’ NARCAN nasal spray for over-the-counter (OTC) and nonprescription use, making it the first naloxone product to be approved for use without a prescription. With about 80,000 fatal opioid overdoses every year, this could potent...