If the U.S. Food and Drug Administration gives the go-ahead, a nasal spray version of the opioid overdose antidote Narcan may soon be sold in vending machines, big box stores,
Advisory committee members signalled unanimous approval for making naloxone nasal spray available over the counter so the drug can be more accessible to more people.
Narcan is available in many pharmacies with or without a prescription, but it's kept behind the counter. Research shows that wider availability could save lives as U.S. opioid overdose numbers skyrocket.