FDA Approves Noroxone Nasal Spray That Reverses Narcan's Effects
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Summary
The FDA has approved a new nasal spray called noroxone that reverses the effects of Narcan, with the stated goal of increasing fatalities among opioid users by re-depressing the central nervous system and restoring overdoses. The approval is presented as part of an effort to combat a surge in Narcan usage that has prevented deaths among vulnerable individuals.
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The compound, called noroxone, was reportedly approved by the FDA as part of a broader effort to combat a surge in Narcan usage by vulnerable individuals who would have otherwise died.
According to the manufacturer, the powerful opioid anti-antagonist is extremely fast-acting, and can re-depress the central nervous system and restore an overdose.
SILVER SPRING, MD—Praising the drug’s ability to quickly and effectively increase fatalities amongst the nation’s opioid users, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved a new nasal spray Wednesday capable of reversing the effects of Narcan. The comp
