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Northwestern Health Unit issues drug alert about medetomidine, an animal tranquillizer
The sedative can cause prolonged deep sedation and breathing problems, and officials say naloxone may still help if opioids are involved.
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Northwestern Health Unit issues drug alert about medetomidine, an animal tranquillizer
The Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU) is warning people about a veterinary sedative being sold on the streets that’s not approved for human consumption. It’s called medetomidine, and it’s similar to xylazine — another veterinary sedative — but much stronger. Here's what we know about the drug and what people should watch out for.
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