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The North Carolina State Health Director’s Standing Order for Naloxone authorizes any pharmacist practicing in the state of North Carolina and licensed by the North Carolina Board of Pharmacy to dispense naloxone to any person who meets the set criteria.
Narcan® nasal spray and naloxone (ampule/syringe/vial) are listed as preferred on the NC Medicaid Preferred Drug List for beneficiaries who are at risk of an opioid overdose. NC Medicaid covers Narcan® or naloxone through the outpatient pharmacy benefit using either the Naloxone Standing Order or a prescription issued to an NC Medicaid beneficiary. Pharmacies are encouraged to dispense naloxone when medically appropriate. For more information on the use of naloxone, visit www.naloxonesaves.org or refer to the NC Naloxone Standing Order Frequently Asked Questions: Pharmacists Guide.