It can be hard to tell whether someone is high or may be experiencing an opioid overdose - knowing some signs to look for and what to do can literally save a life! The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) offers the following helpful information:
Signs of Overdose
* unconsciousness or inability to awaken
* small, constricted "pinpoint pupils" that don't react to light
* slow or shallow breathing or difficulty breathing
* choking sounds or gurgling/snoring noise from a person who cannot be awakened
* discolored skin - especially nails or lips
* discolored skin - especially nails or lips
Take Action
* call 911 immediately
* administer naloxone, if available
* try to keep the person awake and breathing
* lay the person on their side to prevent choking
* stay with the person until emergency assistance arrives
* try to keep the person awake and breathing
* lay the person on their side to prevent choking
* stay with the person until emergency assistance arrives
If you aren't sure, treat it like an overdose. Learn more:
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