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OVERDOSE.

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What is an overdose?

An overdose happens when a toxic amount of a drug or a combination of drugs causes a severe adverse reaction. This can happen because too much is taken or because of mixing different substances including alcohol. Combining drugs increases the chances of overdose.

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RECOGNISE
OVERDOSE SIGNS

Opioid

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APPEARANCE 

•Clammy or cold skin
•Blue lips or nails
•Pinpoint pupils
•Body limp

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ACTIONS

•Slow or no breaths
•Unusual snoring or gurgling
•Choking

CONSCIOUSNESS

•Can’t talk or walk
•Can’t stay awake
•Won’t wake up
•Unresponsive

NYXOID- naloxone nasal spray

NYXOID- naloxone nasal spray

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RECOGNISE the Symptoms AND
RESPOND to Overdoses
of Different Substances

There is a risk of overdose with ANY substance. 
Here are a few different substances;
How to Recognise overdose symptoms and How to Respond to them:
CLICK on the Substance 

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Straight Shooters

Straight Shooters

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