Overdose is the leading cause of preventable injury death in King County, but an easy-to-use nasal spray (naloxone) can save lives. When someone is overdosing, you can be the difference, and you don’t need to be a doctor to help. King County employees are permitted to carry and administer naloxone while on the job, if they so choose. Here’s your guide to finding naloxone in King County and Washington and how to access overdose prevention training.

For those who can, King County encourages accessing naloxone over the counter or through pharmacies with medical insurance, rather than using free sources. This helps ensure adequate availability for our community members who are less resourced.

1. Pharmacies: Naloxone can be purchased over the counter or through medical insurance at most pharmacies.
   • Naloxone is available over the counter, and major pharmacies like Walgreens, CVS, Walmart, and Rite Aid sell a 2-dose box for around $45.
   • To use your insurance to buy naloxone, show the pharmacist your insurance card and the State Standing Order for Naloxone. Employees can use their medical benefits to cover the cost but may have a copay. Employees should ask for the generic prescription for a lower co-pay.
   • People enrolled in Apple Health can get the kit for free, without a copay.

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