The Alarming Rise of Tranq: A Deadly Drug Sweeping America

Tranq dope, a fentanyl mix laced with xylazine, a non-opioid tranquilizer, has become a dangerous drug sweeping America, with deaths associated with it nearly quadrupling since 2019. The drug, which causes necrotic wounds and carries a high risk of fatal overdose, has been detected in almost every state in the country. Naloxone, the emergency treatment for fentanyl overdose, is ineffective against xylazine, making it difficult to counteract the drug's effects. Authorities are taking steps to address the issue, including increased testing and regulations on xylazine, but the spread of tranq dope remains a concern.