Key result
Take-home naloxone distribution saved lives in 10% of cases with no reported adverse effects, at an estimated drug cost of £330-670 per life saved.
Why the study?
Does take-home naloxone administered by peers or family save lives in overdose?
Population
Individuals experiencing overdose
Comparison
Naloxone administration by peers or family members vs Intravenous administration
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May support peer naloxone programs in overdose; leaves open confirmation in randomized trials.
Does take-home naloxone administered by peers or family save lives in overdose?
Early reports suggest take-home naloxone distributed for peer or family administration is safe, cost-effective, and saves lives in overdose situations.
A 2001 study studied Opioid overdose. Naloxone was evaluated. Take-home naloxone distribution saved lives in 10% of cases with no reported adverse effects, at an estimated drug cost of £330-670 per life saved.
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