Rise of illicit medetomidine use: A worrisome trend

This review highlights the growing prevalence of medetomidine, which has surpassed xylazine also in some areas, and advocates for strengthened public health efforts to address this emerging crisis.

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American Journal on Addictions
Published
2025-03-20
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1111/ajad.70030
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10
Primary Topic
Veterinary Pharmacology and Anesthesia
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Rise of illicit medetomidine use: A worrisome trend

Nikhil Sood
10 citations
American Journal on Addictions
Veterinary Pharmacology and Anesthesia
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Rise of illicit medetomidine use: A worrisome trend

Nikhil Sood
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10 citations

Abstract

This review highlights the growing prevalence of medetomidine, which has surpassed xylazine also in some areas, and advocates for strengthened public health efforts to address this emerging crisis.

American Journal on AddictionsVol. 34(5)
Banner - University Medical Center Tucson (US)
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Veterinary Pharmacology and Anesthesia
23.55
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