Xylazine, also known as “tranq,” is a potent veterinary tranquilizer that is increasingly being mixed with illicit fentanyl. This combination aims to extend and intensify the drug’s euphoric effects but comes with serious risks.
- Naloxone Resistance: Xylazine can reduce the effectiveness of naloxone, a life-saving medication used to reverse opioid overdoses.
- Increased Overdose Risk: The presence of xylazine raises the danger of fatal overdoses.
- Severe Health Consequences: Repeated use has been linked to the formation of severe necrotic skin wounds.
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