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Fentanyl & Opioid Overdose Preventionā€‹

CDPH continues to increase awareness about fentanyl and opioid overdose prevention to reduce stigma and protect the lives of Californians. Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that is a major contributor to drug overdose deaths. In 2021, there were nearly 6,000 opioid-related overdose deaths in California.

You can save lives and stop drug overdose by:

  • Knowing the signs of an overdose:  
    • Small, constricted "pinpoint pupilsā€ 
    • Falling asleep or losing consciousness 
    • Slow, weak, or no breathing 
    • Choking or gurgling sounds 
    • Limp body 
    • Cold and/or clammy skin 
    • Discolored skin (especially in lips and nails)  
  • Using naloxone. Naloxone is a life-saving medication that can reverse an opioid overdose. Naloxone is safe and easy to use and works almost immediately. 
  • Using fentanyl test strips to detect the presence of fentanyl in different kinds of drugs.
  • Having regular conversations with teens, young people, and loved ones about the dangers of fentanyl, the risks of mixing drugs, and the life-saving power of naloxone to reduce the stigma around seeking help, treatment, and careā€‹.
  • Sharing treatment resources, like the 24/7 National Helplineā€” 800-662-HELP (4357).

Learn more by visiting thā€‹e Fentanyl information page.

Use this toolā€‹kit to share information about the risks of fentanyl and how to prevent overdose.

Additional Resources

Social Media

Use the following images and messaging on social media to raise awareness about fentanyl.

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ā€‹What is Naloxone?Naloxone is a medication that works almost immediately to revers an opioid overdoseā€‹
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#Naloxone is a life-saving medication that can reverse an opioid overdose, including overdose from heroin, fentanyl, and prescription opioid medications.
Where can you get naloxone?
Learn more about naloxone at: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CCDPHP/sapb/Pages/Naloxone.aspxā€‹
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#Naloxone is a life-saving medication that can reverse an opioid overdose.
Where can you get naloxone?
  • At a local pharmacy
  • Through local community programs
  • Through the mail for people with limited access

Learn more about naloxone at: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CCDPHP/sapb/Pages/Naloxone.aspxā€‹

ā€‹Recognize the signs of opioid overdose.
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Recognizing the sign of opioid overdose can save a life. Signs of an overdose may include:
  • Small, constricted "pinpoint pupilsā€ 
  • Falling asleep or losing consciousness 
  • Slow, weak, or no breathing 
  • Choking or gurgling sounds 
  • Limp body 
  • Cold and/or clammy skin 
  • Discolored skin (especially in lips and nails) 
Learn how to recognize an overdose event and give the life-saving medication, #naloxone: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CCDPHP/sapb/Pages/Naloxone.aspx  
#StopOverdose #EndOverdose #Fentanyl 
 
Twitter Messaging:
Learn how to recognize an overdose event and give the life-saving medication, #naloxone: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CCDPHP/sapb/Pages/Naloxone.aspx  
#StopOverdose #EndOverdose #Fentanyl
ā€‹Rocovery from substance misuse is possible.
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Recovery from substance misuse isnā€™t easy, but it is possible. Recovery can happen in a variety of ways through:
ā€¢ Medication-assisted treatment
ā€¢ Counseling and therapy
ā€¢ Narcotic treatment programs
If you or someone you love needs support around substance misuse, speak with a trusted medical provider or call the Substance Abuse and Mental Health National Helpline at (800) 662-4357.
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Recovery from substance misuse isnā€™t easy, but it is possible. Recovery can happen through:
ā€¢ Medication-assisted treatment
ā€¢ Counseling and therapy
ā€¢ Narcotic treatment programs 
Talk to a trusted medical provider or call the Substance Abuse and Mental Health National Helpline at (800) 662-4357.
ā€‹Protect yourself and others
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If youā€™re considering using drugs, test your drugs for fentanyl, carry naloxone, and know the signs of an overdose and how to respond.  

Learn more about fentanyl overdose at: https://www.cdc.gov/stopoverdose/fentanyl/index.htmlā€‹
ā€‹Naloxone can prevent opioid overdose
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You can save a life and reverse an overdose by keeping naloxone with you. Where can you get naloxone?
ā€‹Fentanyl is up to 50x more potent than heroin

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#Fentanyl is up to 50x more potent than heroin and 100x more potent than morphine. Protect yourself and your community by learning the dangers of fentanyl: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CCDPHP/sapb/Pages/Fentanyl.aspx  

#StopOverdose #EndOverdose #Naloxone #Fentanyl 
ā€‹Friendly Colors Deadly Pills

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Brightly colored fentanyl, known as "rainbowā€ fentanyl, is a potentially fatal drug found in pills and powders in a variety of bright colors, shapes, and sizes. Any pill, regardless of its color, shape, or size, that does not come from a health care provider or pharmacist can potentially contain fentanyl and be deadly.  

Naloxone is a life-saving medication that can reverse an opioid overdose, including from heroin, fentanyl, and prescription opioid medications. Learn more about naloxone and how to save lives: www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CCDPHP/sapb/Pages/Naloxone.aspxā€‹
#StopOverdose  #Fentanyl

Twitter Messaging:
Brightly colored fentanyl known as ā€œrainbow" fentanyl, is a potentially fatal drug found in pills and powders in a variety of bright colors, shapes, and sizes.   

Learn how Naloxone, can reverse a fentanyl overdose: www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CCDPHP/sapb/Pages/Naloxone.aspx
#StopOverdose #Fentanyl

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ā€‹Start the conversation with your teen today

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Conversations can have a big impact. Talk to your teen about drugs and the risk of overdosing. Tips to start conversation:  

  1. Pick a neutral time with no distractions. 
  2. Be open and calm. 
  3. Be prepared and focus on the conversation. 
  4. Give teens the scientific facts and explain the reality and risks of using drugs. 
  5. Educate teens on naloxone, including how to use it and where to get it.   
  6. Express your love and care.  

Learn more how to talk to your teens: https://nida.nih.gov/publications/opioids-facts-parents-need-to-know/starting-conversation  

#StopTeenOverdose #TalkTheyHearYou #OnePillCanKill #Fentanyl 

Twitter Messaging:
Conversations can have a big impact. Talk to your teen about drugs and the risk of overdosing. Be open and calm, give scientific facts, and Express your love and care.
Learn tips to start the conversation: https://nida.nih.gov/publications/opioids-facts-parents-need-to-know/starting-conversation
#StopTeenOverdose
ā€‹Don't let fentanyl cut short the dreams of your teens.

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Empower yourself and your teen with knowledge of how to stop drug overdoses and save lives. Talk with your teen about:  

  • The dangers of fentanyl 
  • The risks of mixing drugs 
  • How naloxone can save lives 
  • Reducing stigma around seeking help 

Learn more here: https://www.cdc.gov/stopoverdose  

#StopTeenOverdose #TalkTheyHearYou #OnePillCanKill #Fentanyl

Twitter Messaging:
Empower your teen with knowledge to stop drug overdoses.
Talk with your teen about:  
  • Fentanyl 
  • Risks of mixing drugs 
  • How naloxone can save lives 
#StopTeenOverdose #Fentanyl
ā€‹The rate of teenagers overdosing nationally has tripled in the past two years.

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Does your teenager know the risks of opioid use? Some opioids like fentanyl are tasteless and odorlessā€”even small amounts can cause an overdose. ANY pill bought through social media or even from a friend can contain deadly amounts of fentanyl. Start the conversation and #StopTeenOverdose #fentanyl  

Learn more about fentanyl: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CCDPHP/sapb/Pages/Fentanyl.aspx 

Twitter Messaging:
ā€‹Does your teenager know the risks of opioid use? Some opioids like fentanyl are tasteless and odorlessā€”even small amounts can cause an overdose. ANY pill bought through social media or from a friend can contain deadly amounts of fentanyl. 

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Spanish Social Media

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#Naloxona es un medicamento que salva vidas y que puede revertir una sobredosis de opioides, incluyendo heroĆ­na, fentanilo y medicamentos opioides recetados. ObtĆ©n mĆ”s informaciĆ³n sobre la naloxona y cĆ³mo salvar vidas: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CCDPHP/sapb/Pages/Naloxone.aspx  

#DetĆ©nLaSobredosis #PonFinAlSobredosis #Fentanilo 
ā€‹Reconoce los signos de la SOBREDOSIS DE OPIOIDES

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Reconocer los signos de una sobredosis de opioides puede salvar una vida. Los signos de una sobredosis pueden incluir: 

  • "Pupilas puntiformes" pequeƱas y contraĆ­das  
  • Quedarse dormido o perder el conocimiento 
  • RespiraciĆ³n lenta, dĆ©bil o nula 
  • Sonidos de asfixia o gorgoteo 
  • Cuerpo flĆ”cido 
  • Piel frĆ­a y/o hĆŗmeda 
  • Piel descolorida (especialmente en labios y uƱas) 

Aprende a reconocer un evento de sobredosis y a administrar el medicamento que salva vidas, #naloxona: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CCDPHP/sapb/Pages/Naloxone.aspx 

#DetƩnLaSobredosis #PonFinAlSobredosis #Fentanilo

Twitter Messaging:
Aprende a reconocer un evento de sobredosis y a administrar el medicamento que salva vidas, #naloxona: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CCDPHP/sapb/Pages/Naloxone.aspx 
#DetƩnLaSobredosis #PonFinAlSobredosis #Fentanilo
ā€‹Fentanilo es hasta 50 veces mĆ”s potente que la heroĆ­na y 100 veces mĆ”s potente que la morfina.

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La recuperaciĆ³n del abuso de drogas no es fĆ”cil, pero es posible. La recuperaciĆ³n puede ocurrir de varias maneras a travĆ©s de:
  • Tratamiento con medicamentos
  • ConsejerĆ­a y terapia
  • Programas de tratamiento de narcĆ³ticos
ā€‹Si tĆŗ o un ser querido necesita apoyo para combatir el abuso de drogas, habla con un proveedor mĆ©dico de confianza o llama a la LĆ­nea de Ayuda Nacional de Salud Mental y Abuso de Sustancias al (800) 662-4357.

Twitter Messaging: 
La recuperaciĆ³n del abuso de drogas no es fĆ”cil, pero es posible. La recuperaciĆ³n puede ocurrir a travĆ©s de:
  • Tratamiento con medicamentos
  • ConsejerĆ­a y terapia
  • Programas de tratamiento de narcĆ³ticos
Habla con un proveedor mƩdico de confianza o llama a la Lƭnea de Ayuda Nacional de Salud Mental y Abuso de Sustancias al (800) 662-4357.
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Si piensas usar drogas, hazles una prueba a las drogas para detectar fentanilo, lleva naloxona contigo y aprende a reconocer los signos de una sobredosis y cĆ³mo actuar.
ObtĆ©n mĆ”s informaciĆ³n sobre la sobredosis de fentanilo en: https://www.cdc.gov/stopoverdose/fentanyl/index.htmlā€‹
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Puedes salvar una vida y revertir una sobredosis si llevas naloxona contigo.
ĀæDĆ³nde se puede conseguir naloxona?
ObtĆ©n mĆ”s informaciĆ³n sobre naloxona en: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CCDPHP/sapb/Pages/Naloxone.aspx
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#Fentanilo es hasta 50 veces mĆ”s potente que la heroĆ­na y 100 veces mĆ”s potente que la morfina. Recientemente, se ha encontrado "fentanilo arcoĆ­ris" en California y en todo los Estados Unidos. Esta droga potencialmente fatal se encuentra en pastillas y polvos en una variedad de colores brillantes, formas y tamaƱos. ObtĆ©n mĆ”s informaciĆ³n sobre los peligros del fentanilo: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CCDPHP/sapb/Pages/Fentanyl.aspx 
#DetĆ©nLaSobredosis #PonFinAlSobredosis #Fentaniloā€‹
ā€‹Fentanilo

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Los Ćŗnicos medicamentos seguros son los recetados por un profesional mĆ©dico de confianza y dispensados por un farmacĆ©utico con licencia. Las pastillas falsificadas a menudo contienen #fentanilo y son mĆ”s letales que nunca. Este se encuentra en pastillas y polvos en una variedad de colores brillantes, formas y tamaƱos. ObtĆ©n mĆ”s informaciĆ³n: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CCDPHP/sapb/Pages/Fentanyl.aspx 

ā€‹Parent / Guardian Messagingā€‹ā€‹

ā€‹Fentanilo

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Las conversaciones pueden tener un gran impacto. Habla con tu hijo adolescente sobre las drogas y el riesgo de sobredosis. Esta es una droga potencialmente fatal que se encuentra en pastillas y polvos en una variedad de colores brillantes, formas y tamaƱos. Consejos para iniciar una conversaciĆ³n: 

  1. Elige un tiempo neutral sin distracciones. 
  2. Mantente abierto y calmado. 
  3. PrepĆ”rate y concĆ©ntrate en la conversaciĆ³n. 
  4. ExplĆ­cale a tu hijo los hechos cientĆ­ficos, la realidad y los riesgos del uso de drogas. 
  5. Educa a tu hijo sobre la naloxona, incluyendo cĆ³mo usarla y dĆ³nde obtenerla.   
  6. ExprĆ©sale tu amor y preocupaciĆ³n. 

ObtĆ©n mĆ”s informaciĆ³n sobre cĆ³mo hablar con tus hijos adolescentes: https://nida.nih.gov/publications/opioids-facts-parents-need-to-know/starting-conversation  

#DetĆ©nLaSobredosisDeJĆ³venes #HablaTeEscuchan #UnaPastillaPuedeMatar #Fentanilo 
ā€‹Fentanilo

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EmpodĆ©rate a ti mismo y a tu hijo adolescente con informaciĆ³n sobre cĆ³mo detener las sobredosis de drogas y salvar vidas. Habla con tu hijo adolescente sobre:  

  • Los peligros del fentanilo 
  • Los riesgos de mezclar drogas 
  • CĆ³mo la naloxona puede salvar vidas 
  • CĆ³mo reducir el estigma de pedir ayuda 

ObtĆ©n mĆ”s informaciĆ³n aquĆ­: https://www.cdc.gov/stopoverdose
ā€‹La tasa de adolescentes vĆ­ctimas de sobredosis a nivel nacional se ha triplicado en los Ćŗltimos dos aƱos.

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ĀæTu hijo adolescente conoce los riesgos del consumo de opioides? Algunos opioides como el fentanilo son insĆ­pidos e inodoros, incluso pequeƱas cantidades pueden causar una sobredosis. Recientemente, se ha encontrado "fentanilo arcoĆ­ris" en los Estados Unidos, incluyendo California. CUALQUIER pastilla comprada a travĆ©s de las redes sociales o incluso de un amigo puede contener cantidades mortales de fentanilo. Empieza la conversaciĆ³n y #DetĆ©nLaSobredosisDeJĆ³venes 

#fentalino 

ObtĆ©n mĆ”s informaciĆ³n sobre el fentanilo: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CCDPHP/sapb/Pages/Fentanyl.aspx ā€‹
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