Resources in

Missouri

In 2020, there were 1875 identified opioid overdose deaths in the state of Missouri.

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.

GET NALOXONE MAILED TO YOU

If you need naloxone and cannot access it locally, you may place a request to get it mailed to you.

Naloxone For First Responders and Organizations

If you are a first responder, organization, faith-based group, or other entity looking to distribute naloxone to the public, please use the button below to request naloxone. You can also email nomodeaths@mimh.edu for more information or if you have questions.

find naloxone near you

No cost naloxone is available at a variety of locations across the state. Use this map to explore the Community Based Organizations, Recovery Community Centers, and ‘NaloxBox’ locations near you.

NOMODEATHS

A comprehensive statewide resource site for individuals and organizations seeking naloxone access, treatment resources, and other support. They have compiled a list of naloxone resources here.

MoNETWORK

MoNetwork was founded in 2015 as a grassroots harm reduction organization working to expand naloxone access, Hepatitis C and HIV testing, and connections to local treatment. MoNetwork’s St. Louis office offers a syringe service program, naloxone, education, and family support. MoNetwork is the naloxone mailing affiliate for Missouri.

Pharmacy Access

Any person who asks for naloxone from a pharmacy for themselves or to help a person experiencing an opioid overdose can purchase naloxone, with or without a prescription according to Missouri’s statewide standing order. The Medicaid co-pay for naloxone is between .50 cents and $2.00 (updated June, 2023).

MISSouri’S GOOD SAMARITAN LAW

In the state of Missouri, any person assisting in an overdose emergency can do so without fear or arrest due to possession of a dangerous substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, or providing alcohol to a minor.

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.

Statewide Service Directory

A list of links for resources across the state for basic needs including domestic violence shelters.

MISSOURI CRISIS LINE

The Behavioral Health Response crisis support lifeline offers a 24/7 confidential telephone counseling option for adults and youth.