Ohio Laws

Naloxone Overdose Prevention Laws

Question:

Are prescriptions of naloxone authorized to third parties?

Answer:
Yes
This answer is derived from 2 section of law
Citation:
  • citation 1: see full citation
    (1) The naloxone supply is furnished to, or the prescription is issued to and in the name of, a family member, friend, or other individual in a position to assist an individual who there is reason to believe is at risk of experiencing an opioid-related overdose. see full law
  • citation 2: see full citation
    (B) A family member, friend, or other individual who is in a position to assist an individual who is apparently experiencing or at risk of experiencing an opioid-related overdose, is not subject to criminal prosecution for a violation of section 4731.41 of the Revised Code or criminal prosecution under this chapter if the individual, acting in good faith, does all of the following: see full law