Narcan can save a life in the event of an overdose. Where you can get it around Norwich

Connor Linskey, Norwich Bulletin
Updated ·2 min read
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In the event of an overdose, the administration of Narcan (Naloxone) can be the difference between life and death.

The National Institute on Drug Abuse states that Narcan can quickly restore normal breathing to a person if their breathing has slowed or stopped because of an opioid overdose. Per the National Institute on Drug Abuse, examples of opioids include heroin, fentanyl, oxycodone, hydrocodone, codeine and morphine.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states there are two forms of Narcan that anyone can use without medical training or authorization: prefilled nasal spray and injectable.

Here is how you can obtain Narcan. Doing so just might save someone’s life.

A Narcan nasal spray, which can reverse the effects of opioids.
A Narcan nasal spray, which can reverse the effects of opioids.

How can I get Narcan?

  • Your primary care provider/family doctor can give you a prescription for Narcan that can be filled at any Connecticut pharmacy.

  • Any provider who is able to prescribe you an opioid can prescribe Narcan.

  • Pharmacists in Connecticut who have completed training to become certified can both prescribe and dispense Narcan.

  • Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services-funded Regional Behavioral Health Action Organizations (RBHAOs) can provide training as well as Narcan.

  • Department of Public Health-supported mobile vans offering specialized syringe programs for needle exchange that also offer Narcan and training.

  • Harm reduction programs may also offer free Narcan and training.

Boxes of Narcan nasal spray.
Boxes of Narcan nasal spray.

Pharmacies in Norwich area that carry Narcan

  • Greenville Drug Store, 213 Central Avenue, Norwich

  • CVS Pharmacy, 372 W Main Street, Norwich

  • Walgreens, 399 W Main Street, Norwich

  • CVS Pharmacy, 10 Lathrop Road, Plainfield

  • Walgreens, 20 Prospect Street, Moosup

  • Big Y Pharmacy, 70 Wauregan Road, Danielson

  • Walgreens, 1093 N Main Street, Dayville

  • Jewett City Pharmacy, 78 Main Street, Jewett City

  • Walgreens, 27 Main Street, Jewett City

In addition, there is a cabinet at the UCFS Griswold Health Center,  226 E Main St, Jewett City, where people can pick up free Narcan.

The cabinet at the UCFS Griswold Health Center where people can get free Narcan.
The cabinet at the UCFS Griswold Health Center where people can get free Narcan.

How to use Narcan

The Narcan website encourages people to remember these important actions, lay, spray and stay, in the event of a suspected opioid overdose.

First, check for slowed breathing or unresponsiveness. Then lay the person on their back and tilt their head up.

Next, insert the Narcan spray into either nostril and press the plunger firmly. After that, call 911 immediately after giving the first dose. Continue to administer doses as needed and wait with the person until help arrives.

Price of Narcan

The price of Narcan varies by the retailer. CVS Pharmacy and Walgreens are currently selling it for $44.99 for a two-dose box.

This article originally appeared on The Bulletin: Where to get Narcan in Norwich, Plainfield, Killingly and Griswold