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For questions about Naloxone, call (330) 723-9688, option 2

  • Naloxone (also known as Narcan or Kloxxado) is a medication that can reverse an overdose caused by an opioid drug (some examples: heroin, fentanyl, types of pain medications).
  • Naloxone has safely been used by medical professionals for more than 40 years.
  • Naloxone’s purpose: to temporarily reverse the effects of opioids, restore breathing, and prevent overdose death.
  • Naloxone has no risk for abuse or dependency.
  • If you are unsure of the cause of the overdose, give the Naloxone anyway. It will not cause harm.

Note: non-opioid drugs (some examples: cocaine, methamphetamines, or medications not received directly through your pharmacist) may contain opioids (example: fentanyl). In the event of any overdose one should administer naloxone not knowing the purity of the drug.

What is Project DAWN

Project DAWN (Deaths Avoided with Naloxone) is an overdose education and Naloxone distribution program. Participants learn how to:
  • Recognize the signs and symptoms of an opioid overdose.
  • Make an emergency 9-1-1 call.
  • Perform rescue breathing.
  • Administer Naloxone (Narcan®/Kloxxado®) to someone experiencing an opioid overdose.

  • Mail Order: Click the link at the top of the page, complete documents, and choose option for mail delivery or pick-up in MCHD lobby
  • In-person: Call 330-723-9688, option 2 to schedule an appointment (session typically lasts 15-30 minutes).
  • Agency and group trainings available at your location. Call 330-723-9688, option 2 to schedule an appointment. A Naloxone kit can be a life-saving addition to your Agency First Aid policy.
  • Refills: Mail order or in-person.

By Appointment Only

Appointments Preferred

NaloxBox Locations

NaloxBoxes are publicly accessible distribution boxes that contain a supply of free Naloxone kits. The Naloxboxes are typically found in lobbies or in community areas easily accessible to the public and do not require any advanced appointments. NaloxBoxes are unlocked and regularly stocked to maintain an available supply.

  • A New Day
    • 737 Bank Street. Lodi, OH 44254
    • 330-636-1741
    • Naloxone is available during business hours
  • Lodi Police Department
    • 108 Ainsworth Street. Lodi, OH 44254
    • 330-948-2040
    • Naloxone is available during business hours
  • Medina County Sheriff’s Department
    • 555 Independence Drive. Medina, OH 55256
    • Lobby is open 24/7
  • Brunswick Recreation Center
    • 3637 Center Rd, Brunswick, OH 44212
    • Naloxone is available during business hours
  • Medina County Veterans Services
    • 210 Northland Dr, Medina, OH 44256 (Temporary address is currently 210 Northland Drive, Medina)
    • Naloxone is available during business hours

Additional Dispensing Resources

Fentanyl test strips can detect the presence of fentanyl in drugs prior to use. Test strips can help prevent an overdose if used correctly.

Training Video on How to Properly Use Fentanyl Test Strips

What is Fentanyl?

  • Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that is extremely potent. It has a high risk for addiction and dependency. It is 100 times more powerful than morphine, and a very small amount can be lethal. According to the Ohio Department of Health, fentanyl was involved in 80% of Ohio unintentional drug overdose deaths in 2021.

What are Fentanyl Test Strips?

  • Fentanyl test strips are a tool to help prevent drug overdoses and reduce harm. The test strips are small strips of paper that can detect the presence of fentanyl in all different kinds of drugs.
  • Fentanyl is nearly impossible to detect because you cannot see it, smell it, or taste it. The only way to know if there is fentanyl present is to test drugs with fentanyl test strips.

Are Fentanyl Test Strips 100% Accurate?

  • No test is 100% accurate. It is important to note, one portion of a drug may contain fentanyl, while another portion may not. If a test is negative, it is recommended to still use caution as fentanyl might be present in in untested portions of the drug.
  • For this reason, it is recommended to always keep naloxone readily available and to never use drugs alone. The Health Department offers free naloxone kits by simply filling out the request form. Kits can be delivered through the mail or picked up in-person.

Are Fentanyl Test Strips Legal to Use in Ohio?

  • Yes. As of January 2023. Ohio Governor DeWine signed legislation to decriminalize the possession of fentanyl test strips in Ohio. Fentanyl test strips may still be considered illegal in other states.

Additional Resources

  • OH Against OD (Ohio Against Overdoses)
    • Offers information regarding issues surrounding overdoses, Tips and Education, Good Samaritan Law, Help & Resources, Locations for Naloxone & Support, Impact Stories, Myths & facts
  • Ohio Dept. of Health (Injury and Surveillance Data): Drug overdose reports
  • Beat the Stigma
    • Campaign to encourage Ohioans to challenge how you think about addiction, know your risk, and take care of your mental health.
  • Recovery Ohio | NaloxoneOhio
    • Working to provide a full continuum of care to all of Ohio. Recovery Ohio’s goals are to create a system to help make treatment available to Ohioans in need, provide support services for those in recovery and their families, offer direction for the state’s prevention and education efforts, and work with local law enforcement to provide resources to fight illicit drugs at the source.
    • Recovery Ohio and the Ohio Department of Health have partnered to create Naloxone Ohio, where it is their shared goal to offer ongoing to access to naloxone and naloxone resources for Project Dawn sites, law enforcement agencies, and community members.
  • Start Talking!
    • Start Talking! is a statewide program that encourages parents to have age-appropriate conversations with their children. The program features a variety of resources and guidance.
  • Ohio CareLine (Call 1-800-720-9616 to connect)
    • A toll-free emotional support call service created by the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services and administered in community settings. Behavioral health professionals staff the CareLine 24 hours a day, 7 days/week. They offer confidential support in times of personal or family crisis when individuals may be struggling to cope with challenges in their lives. When callers need additional services, they will receive assistance and connection to local providers.
  • Harm Reduction Ohio
    • Harm reduction services: including syringe exchange program locations throughout Ohio.
  • Find Treatment [For help with finding treatment 1-800-662-HELP (4357)]
    • An official national website to find recovery and mental health services/treatment near you with the use of your zip code.