Table 4.
Mixing drugs | Use 1 drug at a time Minimize use of each drug Avoid mixing drugs with alcohol |
Quality of drug | Test a small amount of drug first (“test shot”) Purchase from same distributor Be cautious when switching between pills, know what you are using |
Overdose plan | Do not use alone Keep door unlocked and/or slightly open Call a friend to check in Have naloxone ready |
Mode of administration | Injecting and smoking increase overdose risk If using alone or concerns for decreased tolerance, snort if possible |
From National Harm Reduction Coalition. Overdose Prevention Tips. Available at: https://harmreduction.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/HRC_ODprevention_worksheet9.pdf. Accessed March 2 2020; with permission106.