"Tragedy Strikes: The Deadly Consequences of 'Gas Station Heroin' Sales"

A 19-year-old student died after taking tianeptine, known as "gas station heroin," which is sold legally in the U.S. despite being unapproved by the FDA. His mother, Kristi Terry, has been advocating for its ban after her son's accidental overdose. While some states have banned tianeptine, it remains federally unscheduled. The FDA has issued alerts about tianeptine, and Congress members have urged immediate action. Users have reported severe withdrawal symptoms and hospitalizations, and bans may lead to unintended consequences. Terry believes her son's story played a role in getting tianeptine banned in Alabama.