Naloxone is known as the “life-saving drug,” since it can bring someone back from an opiate overdose. Dr. Sydnee goes through the history of this hero drug, how it works, and the recent struggle of keeping it accessible in some communities.
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Aug 25
Sawbones: Sentinel Chickens
Sawbones' least favorite animal, mosquitoes, are back with yet another reason they suck: Dengue Fever has made its way into Florida. But don't worry. Dr. Sydnee talks about some very special chickens looking out for us, especially at the most Magical place on earth. Music: "Medic ... Show More
32m 38s
May 2023
What if You Could Save Someone From an Overdose?
<p>In the face of an escalating opioid epidemic, the F.D.A. recently approved over-the-counter sales for Narcan — a lifesaving nasal spray that can reverse an opioid overdose. </p><p>Jan Hoffman, who covers health law for The Times, explains why the new availability of Narcan cou ... Show More
26m 39s
Jan 2019
In the opioid crisis, here's what it takes to save a life | Jan Rader
As a fire chief and first responder, Jan Rader has spent her career saving lives. But when the opioid epidemic hit her town, she realized they needed to take a brand-new approach to life-saving. In this powerful, hopeful talk, Rader shows what it's like on the front lines of this ... Show More
14m 31s
Dec 2023
Naltrexone Pharmacology Podcast – Episode 307
In this podcast episode, I discuss naltrexone pharmacology, adverse effects, drug interactions, and much more. Naltrexone is an opioid antagonist and can blunt the effects of opioid agonists. Because of this, the medication can be used to manage opioid use disorder. Hepatotoxicit ... Show More
13m 22s
<p><strong>Contributor: Don Stader, MD</strong></p> <p><strong>Educational Pearls:</strong></p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Home naloxone is traditionally given to those at high risk for opioid overdose such as those in the E ... Show More
<p dir="ltr"><strong>Contributor: Taylor Lynch, MD</strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Educational Pearls:</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Opioid Epidemic- quick facts</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Drug overdoses, primarily driven by opioids, hav ... Show More
<p dir="ltr"><strong>Contributor: Aaron Lessen MD</strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Educational Pearls:</strong></p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Opioid overdoses that are reversed with naloxone (Narcan), a mu-opioid antagonist, can precipit ... Show More
