Aimee Techau Psychiatric and Addictions Nurse on Over-the-Counter Narcan

Aimee Techau (pronounced like "tech-cow") is a psychiatric and addictions nurse practitioner and senior instructor at the CU College of Nursing. Now that the FDA has approved Naloxone, also known by its branded name "Narcan", which can in many cases reverse an opioid overdose, for over-the-counter sale, who should buy it and keep it on hand?

Aimee Techau bio

FDA approves Naloxone over-the-counter, stores to see Narcan branded items - CBS Detroit (cbsnews.com)

Why over-the-counter Narcan may not reach those most in need (axios.com)

Related: a scary story about a new street drug that is not reversible by naloxone in the case of an overdose.

https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/what-is-xylazine-a-medical-toxicologist-explains-how-it-increases-overdose-risk-and-why-narcan-can-still-save-a-life


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