Nitazenes and xylazine: what’s behind the rise of dangerous synthetic drugs?
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The Rise of Synthetic Drugs and Xylazine Inclusion in Opioids
A discussion on the emergence of synthetic drugs like xylazine in America and its detection in the UK drug testing centers. Highlighting the dangers of xylazine mixed with opioids, the chapter explores the sedative effects, overdose deaths, wounds associated with its use, addiction potential, and challenges in treating withdrawal symptoms.
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