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EPISODE · Jun 13, 2024 · 15 MIN

Medetomidine—The New Unwelcome Guest In Illicit Fentanyl

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There's yet another adulterant showing up in illicit fentanyl in cities across North America: medetomidine—a drug used for sedation, analgesia, and muscle relaxation, typically in veterinary settings. How dangerous is the drug, and what can be done to stop its recreational use? Let's take a look.

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