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Vigilantes Misuse Narcan, Causing Harm to Homeless

9/13/2025

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Narcan is reportedly misused against homeless individuals in San Francisco.
Vigilantes allegedly use Narcan, meant for overdose reversal, as a weapon.
Some drug users report receiving Narcan without overdosing, causing painful withdrawal.
A UCSF health expert noted that improper use could be considered assault.
The Department of Public Health stresses Narcan's use should be limited to actual overdoses.

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Story summary

Narcan is reportedly misused against homeless individuals in San Francisco.
Vigilantes allegedly use Narcan, meant for overdose reversal, as a weapon.
Some drug users report receiving Narcan without overdosing, causing painful withdrawal.
A UCSF health expert noted that improper use could be considered assault.
The Department of Public Health stresses Narcan's use should be limited to actual overdoses.