Tennessee Laws

Naloxone Overdose Prevention Laws

Question:

Do prescribers have immunity from civil liability for prescribing, dispensing or distributing naloxone to a layperson?

Answer:
Yes
This answer is derived from 1 section of law
Citation:
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    (g) The following individuals are immune from civil liability in the absence of gross negligence or willful misconduct for actions authorized by this section:(1) Any licensed healthcare practitioner who prescribes or dispenses an opioid antagonist pursuant to subsection (b); and(2) Any person who administers an opioid antagonist pursuant to subsection (d). see full law