Naloxone kits are easily available, over-the-counter antidotes that block the effects of opioids such as fentanyl, heroin, morphine or codeine.
More people are carrying naloxone kits with them on the streets as drug poisoning-related fatalities break records every passing year in Canada.
“Oftentimes, it’s people who just happen to be walking by have naloxone attached to their bag or backpack,” she said.“That way, you can feel more comfortable doing it.” Shane said the Emergency Medical Aid Act protects people who administer naloxone outside of a health or medical setting in Alberta, or when the person is not being compensated for their help.
She opened the kit, pulled out the ampoule, pulled it through the syringe and injected naloxone into the man.The man passed out again so Chaffey repeated the steps with a second dose and helped him get up. But the man wasn’t happy with the intrusion.CHEK Newsletter
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