Naloxone for Response to a Suspected Opioid Overdose
What is it?
Naloxone, often referred to by its brand name, Narcan, is a nasal spray that can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose.
How does it work?
Can counteract the life-threatening effects of an opioid overdose. Since most accidental overdoses occur in a home setting, it was developed for first responders, as well as family, friends, and caregivers—with no medical training required:
Needle-free
Designed for ease-of-use in the community setting
Inhalation not required
Requires no specialized medical training
How do I get it?
McHenry County Department of Health, walk in anytime Monday - Friday from 8:00am to 4:30pm. No appointment needed and no identifying information taken. Or visit one of MCDH’s four free harm reduction vending machines:
McHenry County College (cafeteria) - 8900 US Highway 14. Crystal Lake
The Other Side - 135 Beardsley St. Crystal Lake
Youth and Family Center of McHenry County - 1011 N. Green St. McHenry
Community Health Partnership - 62 N. Ayer St. Harvard
Live 4 Lali, call or text 224-297-4393 or Harm Reduction Supplies Order Request Form (Google Form)
Warp Corps, 114 N. Benton Street, Woodstock - 815-985-6256
