States are banning an energy pill dubbed 'gas station heroin' after people suffer opioid-like withdrawals, paranoia, and hallucinations
cause withdrawal symptoms similar to opioids — and can be readily available at gas stations and online.WCBI reported on Thursday.
But the pills are still for sale in many states and through supplement websites. Medical experts and local officials say their continued sale is putting people at risk similar to opioid use. The drug is so potent that it has even earned the nickname"gas station heroin." Users often buy tianeptine, sold under brand names including Za Za Red, Tianna, and TD Red, hoping for a boost of energy and better focus. Others incorrectly believe that the drug can treat anxiety or depression, according to theThe pills are sold as dietary supplements, meaning they aren't subject to the same regulations as drugs and can be freely bought at stores or online.
But tianeptine is addictive and has multiple risks, from drowsiness and confusion to coma and death, according to the FDA.
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