LANSING, Mich. (Michigan News Source) – Michigan has reached a settlement with Walgreens pharmacy worth more than $338 million for its role in the state’s opioid epidemic.

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Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel said, “The opioid epidemic was born, in part, out of a concert of action by many large corporations who reaped incredible profits as a result. It is rewarding to both hold them accountable and secure much needed funding for the continued suffering of those with opioid-use disorder,” Nessel said.

The settlement requires the state to join the National Opioid Settlement with Walgreens. That settlement will provide $200 million over the next 15 years.

Along with the Walgreens National Opioid Settlement, Michigan will receive an additional $138 million additional dollars over 18 years.