Hello members this page has links that provides information and hotlines for people seeking help with addictions,mental disorders, thoughts of suicide, and forms of abuse as well as other important information on Suboxone, some risk factors and signs of an overdose, and how to use Narloxone (Narcan). Please do not hesitate to reach out for help if you ever need to.
INFORMATION ON SUBOXONE
http://addictionsearch.com/substance-addictions/126/suboxone-substance-abuse-suboxone-addiction
https://www.drugs.com/suboxone.html
RISK FACTORS FOR OVERDOSE
Previous Overdose- Period of abstinence/sobriety(e.g., following rehab or jail), Tolerance decreases in as little as 3-5 days-A change in strength, amount, supplier of the opioid, or location of use-Being physically ill/respiratory disease (flu, pneumonia, bronchitis)-Mixing opioids with other substances (benzos, sedatives, alcohol)- Using alone-Injecting
SIGNS OF AN OPIOID OVERDOSE
Unresponsive-Shallow breathing/no breathing-Small"pinpoint pupils"-Cold, clammy skin-Gurgling/snoring-Blue or gray lips and nails
TIPS FOR PREVENTION
Share this information with family, friends, and loved ones-If you choose to use: don;t use alone, avoid mixing, start small, be extra cautious when sick/in poor health-Keep naloxone accessible and out of extreme temperatures
OPIOID OVERDOSE RESPONSE
1. Check for breathing and clear airways
2. Lay person on back and give naloxone
NARCAN NASAL SPRAY INSTRUCTIONS
Peel back the package to remove the device-Place the tip of the nozzle in either nostril until your fingers touch the bottom of the person's nose-Press the plunger firmly to release the dose into the person's nose
INTRAMUSCULAR(IM) INSTRUCTIONS
Remove orange top from vial- Insert needle through rubber plug with vial upside down-Pull back on plunger to draw 1mL of naloxone-Inject 1mL of naloxone straight into large muscle(shoulder or thigh)
3. Call 911 (if you must leave the person turn the person on their side in the recovery position)
4. Administer rescue breaths (1 breath every 5 seconds)
5. Repeat step 2, if no response in 2-3 minutes
6. Stay with the person until medical help arrives to ensure safety and prevent repeated use/overdose
