The United States is in crisis due to the widespread abuse of an animal tranquilizer called xylazine. Addicts are shooting up in broad daylight, going into a stupor or passing out on the street. Many have raw, gaping wounds that desperately need medical attention. Unlike opioids, there is no FDA-approved treatment for xylazine withdrawal. The drug was developed in 1962 as an anaesthetic for veterinary procedures, but has never been approved for human consumption. It began to be used as a substitute for heroin in the early 2000s, and was first found on the streets of Kensington in 2006. However, since the pandemic, its use has exploded. More than 90% of the heroin found in Philadelphia now contains xylazine. The drug, also known as tranq, causes a blackout and results in skin lesions so severe they resemble chemical burns. The mayor's office is calling for more resources to help combat the crisis.
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