Episode 40 - What the heck is Xylazine and how do you treat a Xylazine overdose?Episode 40 - What the heck is Xylazine and how do you treat a Xylazine overdose?
Addiction Medicine Made Easy
Dr. Casey Grover unpacks the dangers of Xylazine in street drugs and its impact on overdose rates.
24:13•2 Dec 2022
Xylazine in Street Drugs: A Growing Threat
“Xylazine, it turns out, is approved by the Fda as a non-opioid anesthetic and sedative for use in veterinary medicine only. Well, it turns out that xylazine is being cut into an increasing number of illicit drugs sold on the street.”
Ever heard of Xylazine? If you're scratching your head, you're not alone. Originally a veterinary sedative, Xylazine is now finding its way into the illicit drug market in the US, causing a spike in overdoses. In this episode of 'Addiction in Emergency Medicine and Acute Care', Dr. Casey Grover breaks down everything you need to know about this alarming trend.
He dives into why Xylazine is being mixed with other drugs, what its effects are, and how to treat an overdose. Dr. Grover also highlights the urgent need for more research and better understanding of this dangerous substance. Whether you're a healthcare professional or someone affected by addiction, this episode offers critical insights into a growing crisis. Don't miss out on this eye-opening discussion.
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