We can all play a role in reducing drug overdose deaths. Regardless of whether you or anyone you know uses drugs; you can still be prepared for an overdose emergency.
Purchase Over-the-Counter at Big Box Stores or Online
Most big-box stores like Target, Walgreens, CVS, and Walmart offer naloxone as an over-the-counter drug. You can even order it online. Click the buttons below for more information.
Pharmacy Access
Medical providers may prescribe naloxone alongside prescription opiates such as OxyContin (oxycodone), Vicodin, Norco or Lortab (hydrocodone with acetaminophen), Percocet (oxycodone and acetaminophen), or tramadol. If you or a loved one are prescribed an opiate, you can request a naloxone prescription to go along with the opioid prescription.
If you have a prescription for naloxone, many health insurance plans will cover all or most of the cost. As of September 2023, MaineCare will cover the cost of a two-dose naloxone nasal spray kit. (learn more about the MaineCare standing order for naloxone here.
If you don’t have a naloxone prescription, you can still purchase the naloxone nasal spray over the counter or online.
From Local and State Organizations
Naloxone is available at no charge from many local and state organizations, including your OPTIONS Liaisons. Many of these organizations also provide other harm reduction services and training to respond to an opioid overdose.
Distributors may give priority to people who use drugs and the people around them.
Use the interactive map below to find a location near you.
Is your Maine organization interested in having your naloxone distribution program listed on the naloxone finder tool? Please click the button below to email the following.
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