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Toronto
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago

Animal tranquilizer being mixed with fentanyl in Toronto's illicit drug supply, experts warn | CBC News

Medetomidine (a veterinary sedative) is increasingly present in Toronto's fentanyl supply, worsening overdose risk and limiting naloxone effectiveness.
Public health
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Toronto saw significant increase in overdoses, laced drug supply in December, public health says | CBC News

Over the Dec. 20 to 28 holiday period, Toronto saw a 35% increase in overdose calls, with contaminated fentanyl and medetomidine present.
Alternative medicine
fromKqed
10 months ago

SF Records First Death Involving Animal Sedative Linked to Overdose Outbreaks in East | KQED

Medetomidine is significantly more potent than xylazine, presenting severe health risks and public awareness challenges regarding its use.
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