Emergent BioSolutions Launches New NARCAN® Nasal Spray Carrying Case and Multipacks

College campus outreach aims to expand opioid overdose preparedness

Apr. 7, 2026 at 12:05pm

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A ghostly, translucent X-ray photograph revealing the internal structure of a NARCAN® Nasal Spray device, conveying its medical and scientific importance in addressing the opioid crisis.A new carrying case and expanded access to NARCAN® Nasal Spray aim to empower more people to be prepared for opioid overdose emergencies.Gaithersburg Today

Emergent BioSolutions has announced the launch of a new NARCAN® Nasal Spray Carrying Case and expanded availability of NARCAN® Nasal Spray multipacks, along with a college campus engagement featuring Pro Football Hall of Famer Emmitt Smith and Release Recovery Founder/CEO Zac Clark. These initiatives are designed to increase access to NARCAN® and encourage the public to be ready to respond to an opioid overdose.

Why it matters

The opioid epidemic continues to impact communities, and tools to increase preparedness and reduce stigma are vital. The new carrying case and multipack options aim to make naloxone more accessible, while the campus outreach targets a high-risk group of young adults who are at increased risk of witnessing or experiencing an opioid emergency.

The details

The new NARCAN® Nasal Spray Carrying Case is designed to be easy to carry, compact, and discreet, helping to ensure it's on hand when needed most. Emergent is also expanding the availability of NARCAN® Nasal Spray multipacks to include 6-count and 24-count options, specifically designed to meet the needs of partners distributing higher volumes of naloxone. The Ready to Rescue campaign will visit Southern Methodist University (SMU) with Emmitt Smith and Zac Clark to host a conversation with students focused on mental health, stigma, and the importance of carrying NARCAN® Nasal Spray.

  • The new NARCAN® Nasal Spray Carrying Case is now available on Amazon.
  • The NARCAN® Nasal Spray Multipacks are available on NarcanDirect.com for public interest customers.

The players

Emergent BioSolutions

A biopharmaceutical company that develops and manufactures vaccines and therapeutics for public health threats, including the NARCAN® Nasal Spray for opioid overdose emergencies.

Emmitt Smith

A Pro Football Hall of Famer and spokesperson for Emergent BioSolutions' Ready to Rescue campaign.

Zac Clark

The founder and CEO of Release Recovery, and a spokesperson for Emergent BioSolutions' Ready to Rescue campaign.

Dr. Bonnie Milas

A Clinical Professor of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, who commented on the importance of having NARCAN® Nasal Spray readily available.

Paul Williams

The senior vice president, head of products business, global government & public affairs at Emergent BioSolutions, who discussed the company's commitment to making naloxone accessible.

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What they’re saying

“The opioid epidemic continues to impact individuals and communities every day, and each tool we can provide to increase preparedness and reduce stigma is vital.”

— Paul Williams, Senior Vice President, Head of Products Business, Global Government & Public Affairs, Emergent BioSolutions

“The reality is that opioid overdose emergencies can happen anytime, anywhere and to anyone. That's why I'm passionate about encouraging everyone – especially college students – to be prepared. Being ready to rescue means carrying NARCAN® Nasal Spray and knowing how to use it, because you never know when you could help save someone's life.”

— Emmitt Smith

“Every minute counts in an opioid emergency and having NARCAN® Nasal Spray readily available can be the difference between life and death. The new carrying case makes it simple to keep this life-saving medication with you, just like you would a first-aid kit, and with the multipacks, business and community organizations can ensure they have enough doses to be prepared.”

— Dr. Bonnie Milas, Clinical Professor of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine, University of Pennsylvania

What’s next

Emergent BioSolutions is engaging with hundreds of college and university leaders across the country to increase awareness of the new NARCAN® Nasal Spray Carrying Case and encourage life-saving efforts on their campuses.

The takeaway

The launch of the new NARCAN® Nasal Spray Carrying Case and expanded multipack options, combined with the college campus outreach, demonstrates Emergent BioSolutions' commitment to making this life-saving medication more accessible and reducing the stigma around opioid overdose emergencies. These initiatives aim to empower more people to be prepared and ready to respond in the event of an opioid crisis.