Intranasal and muscular naloxone formulations. Photo credit: https://prescribetoprevent.org/pharmacists/formulations/
Any Louisiana pharmacy can sell Naloxone. Big name pharmacies (CVS, Walgreen’s) have corporate standing orders; most store at least one kit on site, available for purchase. If they do not have Naloxone in stock, they can order it by request.
Pricing: Without insurance, around $150, but with most Medicaid plans $3 copay & $5 atomizer fee (does not include Ameritas plan)
In New Orleans, the following pharmacies store Naloxone, so it’s immediately available. No prescription necessary! You may be asked for an ID or name/address.
UMC Walgreens
Address: 2000 Canal St #1201, New Orleans, LA 70112
Phone: (504) 758-3718
Hours: Monday - Friday: 9am - 5pm
Avita Pharmacy: Tulane Tower
Address: 2601 Tulane Ave Suite 445, New Orleans, LA
Phone: (504) 758-3718
Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Friday: 8:30am - 5:30pm, Wednesday & Thursday 8:30am -7pm
Crescent City Pharmacy
Address: 2240 Simon Bolivar Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113
Phone:(504) 267-4100
Hours: Monday - Friday: 8am - 5:30pm
Saturday: 9am -12noon
Sunday: CLOSED
Pharmacists must explain three things before selling Naloxone: 1. How to recognize signs of an opioid-related drug overdose; 2. How to store and administer it; and 3. emergency follow-up procedure, including calling EMS.