Center for Disease Control
You may have seen someone who looks like they may be under the influence of prescription opioids. Recognizing an opioid overdose can be difficult. Here are a few signs and symptoms to look out for:
- Unconsciousness or unresponsiveness
- Shallow breathing or no breathing
- Pinpoint pupils
If you suspect someone is overdosing or in distress, it is important that you don’t leave the person alone and that you call 911 and seek immediate medical care for the individual.
For more information, go to https://www.cdc.gov/rxaware ness/prevent/index.html
