Doctors Alarmed By Spread Of Zombie Drug In New York: "Diabolical"
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Xylazine, the "zombie drug" that's causing alarm in the US, has been linked to several deaths on the American streets.
The issue of drug overdose has become a persistent concern on American streets in recent times. Data by US federal government indicates that a drug overdose claims one life every five minutes in the country. Now the flesh-eating "zombie drug" is causing alarm on the US streets, literally rotting people's bodies, and medical professionals appear to be struggling to effectively combat its effects.
"Zombie Drug", as tranq is known in the US, is a drug used as a tranquillizer on cows and horses. It is flooding the country, with people procuring it through illegal means. Dealers often mix it with other illegal drugs like fentanyl and heroin.
Tranq is posing a significant challenge for medical experts as it has overshadowed the other drugs coming into the country through illicit routes. This is adding complexity to nearly every facet of treatment and rehabilitation, making it exceedingly difficult for medical professionals to effectively address the issue.
