An overdose occurs when a person takes a larger dose of opioids than their body can handle. As a result, their breathing may slow significantly or even stop.
Signs of overdose:
Call 9-1-1 if someone is overdosing
If you experienced an overdose, or were a bystander who witnessed an overdose, this anonymous survey helps us track overdoses in our community.
Naloxone (Narcan) only works on opioid overdoses. The Naloxone kicks out the opioid in the receptors, which allows the person to breathe normally again.
If the person has not overdosed on opioids, then Naloxone will not affect them.
Did you know?
In Montana, Good Samaritan Laws protect people from liability for providing medical assistance at the scene of an emergency, including protection for people who provide medical assistance during drug overdoses.
If you suspect an overdose:
Remember I CAN!
Inspect for signs of overdose
Call 9-1-1
Administer naloxone (Narcan)
Notice a response within 3 minutes or give another dose
Overdose Education and Naloxone Distribution Program (OENDP) is a public health initiative to reduce opioid-related deaths by providing education and access to naloxone—an opioid overdose reversal medication.
The programs involve training sessions that educate individuals on recognizing the signs of an opioid overdose, administering naloxone, and accessing emergency medical services.
Additionally, OENDP distributes naloxone kits to individuals at risk of experiencing or witnessing opioid overdoses, as well as community organizations, healthcare providers, and other stakeholders.
