Xylazine, Called Tranq, Is Fueling the Opioid Epidemic
December 15, 2023
What Is Xylazine? Xylazine is a powerful drug used for sedation, anesthesia, muscle relaxation and pain relief in animals, such as horses and cattle. It’s not an opioid. It’s a tranquilizer approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for veterinary use, but it is not for human use. Why Xylazine is Dangerous