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Naloxone is emergency overdose reversal support
CDC materials describe naloxone as a medication that can reverse opioid overdose. Emergency services should still be contacted during a suspected overdose.
Naloxone and overdose safety planning in NYC
Naloxone belongs in the safety conversation when opioid exposure, fentanyl risk, relapse risk, or household overdose concern is part of the care plan.
Naloxone is an opioid-overdose reversal medication. It is not a treatment for opioid use disorder by itself, but it belongs in the safety plan for many patients, families, and care teams when opioid exposure or relapse risk is part of the picture.
Insurance and self-pay options can be reviewed before a clinical visit. New Yorkers can also ask a pharmacy for naloxone under the statewide standing order without bringing an individual prescription. Pharmacy stock and out-of-pocket cost can vary.
Medication access is easier when the next step is clear
Nao Medical reviews insurance, telemedicine eligibility, medication options, safety planning, and local follow-up before treatment moves forward.
Naloxone and overdose safety in plain language
Naloxone is an opioid-overdose reversal medication. It is not a treatment for opioid use disorder by itself, but it belongs in the safety plan for many patients, families, and care teams when opioid exposure or relapse risk is part of the picture.
Naloxone is not a standalone OUD treatment
Patients still need a treatment plan when opioid use disorder, withdrawal, relapse risk, or ongoing opioid exposure is part of the picture.
Medication treatment and safety planning go together
Suboxone, Sublocade, and VIVITROL care addresses treatment options; naloxone addresses emergency overdose response risk.
Families and support people matter
Patients may want naloxone access and education for people close to them, especially when fentanyl exposure or relapse risk is possible.
What matters before booking
Naloxone is an opioid-overdose reversal medication. It is not a treatment for opioid use disorder by itself, but it belongs in the safety plan for many patients, families, and care teams when opioid exposure or relapse risk is part of the picture.
Naloxone should be framed as overdose safety support, not as detox, treatment, or a replacement for medication for addiction treatment.
Patients worried about overdose risk should also have access to an opioid treatment plan, not only emergency medication.
MAT locations for follow-up care
Choose a Nao Medical location for address details, directions, booking, and repeat follow-up when in-person care is part of the treatment plan.
Bronx
174th Street
932 E 174th St, Bronx, NY 10460
Local MAT access for patients in West Farms, Crotona Park East, and nearby Bronx neighborhoods, with Suboxone, bridge-review, insurance, and follow-up pathways available through Nao Medical.
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Queens
Astoria
37-15 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY 11105
Local MAT access for patients in Astoria, Ditmars, East Elmhurst, and nearby Queens neighborhoods, with Suboxone, bridge-review, insurance, and follow-up pathways available through Nao Medical.
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Bronx
Bartow Mall
2063A Bartow Ave, Bronx, NY 10475
Local MAT access for patients in Co-op City, Pelham Bay, Baychester, and nearby Bronx neighborhoods, with Suboxone, bridge-review, insurance, and follow-up pathways available through Nao Medical.
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Brooklyn
Crown Heights
341 Eastern Pkwy, Brooklyn, NY 11216
Local MAT access for patients in Crown Heights, Prospect Heights, and nearby Brooklyn neighborhoods, with Suboxone, bridge-review, insurance, and follow-up pathways available through Nao Medical.
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Long Island
Hicksville
232 W Old Country Rd, Hicksville, NY 11801
Local MAT access for patients in Hicksville, Plainview, Bethpage, and nearby Nassau County communities, with Suboxone, bridge-review, insurance, and follow-up pathways available through Nao Medical.
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Queens
Jackson Heights
80-10 Northern Blvd, Jackson Heights, NY 11372
Local MAT access for patients in Jackson Heights, Elmhurst, Corona, and nearby Queens neighborhoods, with Suboxone, bridge-review, insurance, and follow-up pathways available through Nao Medical.
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Queens
Jamaica
90-18 Sutphin Blvd, Jamaica, NY 11435
Local MAT access for patients in Jamaica, Briarwood, Richmond Hill, and nearby Queens neighborhoods, with Suboxone, bridge-review, insurance, and follow-up pathways available through Nao Medical.
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Queens
Long Island City
30-07 36th Ave, Astoria, NY 11106
Local MAT access for patients in Long Island City, Astoria, Sunnyside, and nearby Queens neighborhoods, with Suboxone, bridge-review, insurance, and follow-up pathways available through Nao Medical.
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Long Island
Mineola
135 Mineola Blvd, Mineola, NY 11501
Local MAT access for patients in Mineola, Garden City, Westbury, and nearby Nassau County communities, with Suboxone, bridge-review, insurance, and follow-up pathways available through Nao Medical.
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Manhattan
StuyTown
259 1st Ave, New York, NY 10003
Local MAT access for patients in StuyTown, East Village, Gramercy, and nearby Manhattan neighborhoods, with Suboxone, bridge-review, insurance, and follow-up pathways available through Nao Medical.
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Brooklyn
Williamsburg
308 Graham Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11211
Local MAT access for patients in Williamsburg, Greenpoint, Bushwick, and nearby Brooklyn neighborhoods, with Suboxone, bridge-review, insurance, and follow-up pathways available through Nao Medical.
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Online Suboxone treatment
Review online Suboxone treatment options in NYC with Nao Medical, including telemedicine evaluation, insurance review, follow-up planning, and in-person backup when needed.
Buprenorphine treatment
Find buprenorphine treatment for opioid use disorder in NYC with Nao Medical, including Suboxone care, induction planning, follow-up, insurance review, and local MAT locations.
Opioid de-addiction medicine
Find opioid de-addiction medicine in NYC with Nao Medical, including opioid use disorder assessment, medication options, Suboxone care, naloxone safety planning, and follow-up.
Suboxone, Sublocade, and VIVITROL options
Compare Suboxone, Sublocade, and VIVITROL treatment pathways in NYC with Nao Medical, including buprenorphine, monthly injections, opioid-free timing, insurance, and follow-up planning.
Helpful links
- Main opioid addiction treatment overview
- Suboxone treatment
- Same-day Suboxone access
- Suboxone insurance coverage
- Bridge prescriptions
- Fentanyl dependence treatment
- Sublocade injections
- VIVITROL treatment
- Online Suboxone treatment
- Buprenorphine treatment
- Opioid de-addiction medicine
- Suboxone, Sublocade, and VIVITROL options
- Psychiatry and medication management
- Therapy and psychotherapy support
- Primary care clinic
- SAMHSA buprenorphine telemedicine guidance
- FDA medications for OUD overview
- CDC naloxone toolkit
- New York OASAS opioid treatment information
Questions patients usually have
Naloxone is used to reverse suspected opioid overdose. It is emergency overdose reversal support, not long-term opioid addiction treatment by itself.
Yes. Naloxone is often part of overdose-risk planning, especially when relapse risk, fentanyl exposure, or household opioid exposure is possible.
No. Naloxone is for overdose reversal. Suboxone, Sublocade, and VIVITROL are treatment pathways reviewed separately based on the patient's clinical situation.
Administer naloxone if available and call emergency services. CDC overdose materials emphasize naloxone access alongside emergency response.
Related treatment paths
Compare medication, visit, and follow-up options, then choose the care path that fits your current needs.
Suboxone treatment
Buprenorphine-naloxone evaluation, medication planning, and ongoing follow-up.
Buprenorphine treatment
Evaluation of oral and long-acting buprenorphine options for opioid use disorder.
Sublocade injections
Monthly extended-release buprenorphine evaluation, access coordination, and in-clinic administration planning.
Brixadi injections
Weekly or monthly extended-release buprenorphine evaluation, coverage coordination, and treatment planning.
Vivitrol treatment
Extended-release naltrexone evaluation for opioid or alcohol use disorder when clinically appropriate.
Same-day Suboxone evaluation
Fast assessment without promising that medication can or should start before timing and safety are reviewed.
Kratom dependence treatment
Assessment of withdrawal, product type, 7-OH exposure, opioid overlap, and appropriate next steps.
Clinical sources
These public clinical and regulatory sources were checked on August 1, 2026. They support the general information and do not replace an individual medical evaluation.
CDC: Lifesaving naloxone
How naloxone works, available forms, overdose signs, repeat dosing, and emergency response.
CDC: Naloxone toolkit
Clinical and patient resources for offering naloxone and reducing overdose risk.
New York State: Pharmacy standing order
Current New York access rules, pharmacy dispensing, insurance information, and lower-cost options.
Book a naloxone and overdose-prevention visit
A clinician can review overdose risk, naloxone use, current medicines, and ongoing treatment options. Call 911 immediately for a suspected overdose.
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General information only. This page is not medical advice and does not replace diagnosis, treatment, or guidance from a licensed clinician.
Content was updated August 1, 2026 from the sources cited on this page. Medical guidance, prescribing information, medication availability, and insurance rules can change. A licensed clinician must confirm current information and determine each patient's eligibility, testing, treatment, administration setting, and follow-up. Call 911 for a medical emergency. Contact Nao Medical with a question or correction.