Resources in
Oklahoma
In 2020, there were 762 identified opioid overdose deaths in Oklahoma.
If you are a person who uses drugs or if you are around people who use drugs, please consider learning how to respond to an opioid overdose and carrying naloxone (intranasal brand name: Narcan). Naloxone is a medication designed to reverse an opioid overdose. Opioids slow down the activity of the central nervous system. This can cause slowed or stopped breathing which may lead to death. Naloxone displaces the opioids from the opioid receptors in the brain which allows the person who is experiencing an opioid overdose to begin breathing normally. We have a helpful FAQ and are constantly updating it with questions from our site visitors. If you don’t find what you’re looking for, let us know.
Mail-based Naloxone & Fentanyl Test Strip Access
If you cannot access these supplies locally, you may place a request to get Narcan nasal spray and/or fentanyl test strips mailed to you in Oklahoma by OK I'M READY, a program of The Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse.
Note: Supplies may take up to a month to arrive by mail
PRESCRIPTION FOR CHANGE
Prescription For Change includes zip code-based treatment, prevention, and naloxone finder. The website also includes other statewide resources and information about substance use and overdose within the state.
PHARMACY-BASED NALOXONE ACCESS
Use this locator to find a pharmacy in your area that provides naloxone distribution. Although this finder does not include phone numbers, we suggest you call ahead with your insurance details to confirm participation in layperson naloxone distribution and request information about your co-pay.
OKLAHOMA HOTLINES
Oklahoma has a number of hotlines available 24/7 hours a day, 365 day a year.
OTHER NALOXONE INFORMATION
Various resources from the state of Oklahoma.
DRUG USER ORGANIZING
The Urban Survivors Union is a national drug users union mobilizing against the war on drugs. Check out their wealth of resources including #reframetheblame a campaign against drug induced homicide laws.