Doctors are perplexed by a new street drug being sold on the streets of Philadelphia, the epicenter of America’s opioid crisis. Public health professionals are concerned about its spread and are alarmed at the terrible wounds it leaves on users’ bodies.
Doctors are perplexed by a new street drug being sold on the streets of Philadelphia, the epicenter of America’s opioid crisis. Public health professionals are concerned about its spread and are alarmed at the terrible wounds it leaves on users’ bodies.
The catastrophic effects of xylazine, sometimes called “tranq”, are wreaking havoc in major American cities. The “zombie drug” can actually break down the user’s skin.
The catastrophic effects of xylazine, sometimes called “tranq”, are wreaking havoc in major American cities. The “zombie drug” can actually break down the user’s skin.
Fentanyl, an opiate that has ravaged American youth, and xylazine are combined to create Tranq. It can be purchased for just a few dollars per bag on the street. Marketers are aware that adding fentanyl lengthens the “hit”.
Fentanyl, an opiate that has ravaged American youth, and xylazine are combined to create Tranq. It can be purchased for just a few dollars per bag on the street. Marketers are aware that adding fentanyl lengthens the “hit”.
In addition to putting users in a semi-conscious state, the substance literally causes the skin to break down. The eschar, a scaly crust of dead tissue formed by open wounds, may require amputation if left untreated.
In addition to putting users in a semi-conscious state, the substance literally causes the skin to break down. The eschar, a scaly crust of dead tissue formed by open wounds, may require amputation if left untreated.
The sedative xylazine is used on horses and cows. With repeated exposure, it can cause sedative-like symptoms such as excessive fatigue and respiratory depression, as well as open sores that can rapidly worsen. If left untreated, scabbed ulcers, which can turn into dead skin called a pressure sore, may require amputation.
The sedative xylazine is used on horses and cows. With repeated exposure, it can cause sedative-like symptoms such as excessive fatigue and respiratory depression, as well as open sores that can rapidly worsen. If left untreated, scabbed ulcers, which can turn into dead skin called a pressure sore, may require amputation.
“Tranq basically zombifies people’s bodies. Until nine months ago, I had never had any injuries. Now I have holes in my legs and feet,” a 28-year-old named Sam told Sky News.
“Tranq basically zombifies people’s bodies. Until nine months ago, I had never had any injuries. Now I have holes in my legs and feet,” a 28-year-old named Sam told Sky News.
In higher doses, xylazine renders users completely unconscious as it acts as a tranquilizer. Unlike half-wake opioid bliss, fentanyl cut with xylazine can cause users to pass out and wake up several hours later. Anyone who uses drugs in this way is significantly more likely to suffer injuries, such as sexual assault or being hit by a car.
In higher doses, xylazine renders users completely unconscious as it acts as a tranquilizer. Unlike half-wake opioid bliss, fentanyl cut with xylazine can cause users to pass out and wake up several hours later. Anyone who uses drugs in this way is significantly more likely to suffer injuries, such as sexual assault or being hit by a car.
Hospitals rarely test it with normal toxicology tests since “tranq” is not classified as a controlled substance for people or animals, leaving it in a confusing and terrifying gray area.
Hospitals rarely test it with normal toxicology tests since “tranq” is not classified as a controlled substance for people or animals, leaving it in a confusing and terrifying gray area.
When drugs are used with xylazine, the psychoactive effects are amplified, increasing the pleasure of drug use. Synthetic pharmaceuticals are also popular with drug producers and distributors. They offer less expensive ways to produce high potency products and expand market reach and revenue through innovative formulations.
When drugs are used with xylazine, the psychoactive effects are amplified, increasing the pleasure of drug use. Synthetic pharmaceuticals are also popular with drug producers and distributors. They offer less expensive ways to produce high potency products and expand market reach and revenue through innovative formulations.