California has begun selling naloxone, an opioid reversal drug, directly to consumers as part of a state initiative to combat increasing opioid overdose deaths. A generic version of Narcan is available for $24 per twin-pack, significantly lower than pharmacy prices. This effort aligns with Governor Gavin Newsom's push for more affordable medications through the CalRx program. While overdose deaths had surged in recent years, officials have noted a recent decline, indicating that broader accessibility to naloxone is having a positive impact.
California has launched a program enabling residents to buy opioid reversal drugs directly from the state, making naloxone more affordable and accessible to combat rising overdose deaths.
The state began selling its own generic version of Narcan for $24 per twin-pack, compared to prices that range from $45 to $70 at regular pharmacies.
California officials report a decline in opioid overdose deaths, indicating that the initiatives to provide naloxone at lower costs are yielding positive results.
Gov. Gavin Newsom emphasizes that life-saving medications like naloxone must be affordable and accessible, as part of a broader initiative to lower drug prices.
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