Naloxone SC announcement postcard

OPIOIDS COME IN MANY FORMS

What Are Opioids?

Opioids are a class of drugs that include the illegal drug heroin, synthetic opioids such as fentanyl, and pain relievers available legally by prescription. Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid, 8o times more potent than morphine, that has been found in illegally produced pills and powders, and has driven a steep rise in opioid overdoses nationwide.

sites.usc.edu/naloxonesc In a partnership with the student-led USC School of Pharmacy group CPNP (College of Psychiatric and Neurologic Pharmacists, USC student chapter), USC is announcing Naloxone SC — a student- run website and naloxone distribution program.

What is naloxone?

Naloxone (Narcan nasal spray) is an opioid overdose reversal and lifesaving medication used for emergencies.

Students can receive a life-saving opioid reversal kit, containing a Narcan twinpack and drug-testing strips. Simply log in and review the educational video and take a brief quiz. CPNP members are also available to provide workshops and Q and A sessions via Zoom, and when Covid safety conditions permit, in-person at both HSC and UPC campuses.

Contact usc.cpnp@gmail.com for additional information.

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