The drug 'Tranq,' which has been connected to severe skin wounds and amputations, just received its first DEA public safety warning.
is a drug that was first made to calm down horses and other large animals. It works as a sedative by depressing the central nervous system, leading to decreased heart rate and blood pressure and respiratory depression. It can also cause dizziness, disorientation, and hallucinations. When used alone, xylazine is relatively safe, but when combined with other drugs, particularly opioids likeUsers of this combination drug can get severe skin wounds, including necrosis, leading to amputation.
The public safety alert from the DEA serves as a stark reminder of the danger that tranq poses and the importance of taking decisive action to mitigate its impact.
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