Will narcan help with withdrawl symptoms?

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7 Jun 2011

Narcan (naloxone) is a narcotic antagonist and will trigger withdrawal symptoms in one who is addicted to narcotics. It is used to counteract narcotic overdoses. If used during w/d it can make you feel even worse.

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