Darlene Petersen, MD and Paula Cook, MD
Darlene Petersen, MD and Paula Cook, MD
Xylazine ”Tranq Dope”
Xylazine ”Tranq Dope”
Xylazine ”Tranq Dope”
Tuesday 7th February 2023
Learn about the Xylazine crisis and its impact on opioid addiction treatment with Drs. Petersen and Cook on 'The Addiction Files'.
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Get the buttons here!Xylazine Crisis: What Medical Professionals Need to Know
Xylazine, tranq dope. So this is an emerging epidemic and it is just moving across the nation. So it's just added to bulk up the drugs, but most likely because it lengthens the euphoric effects of opioids and other substances.
Imagine a drug so potent it's causing havoc in the world of opioid addiction. In this episode of 'The Addiction Files', Dr. Darlene Petersen and Dr. Paula Cook tackle the growing crisis of Xylazine, often dubbed 'tranq dope'. This veterinary tranquilizer is now being misused to enhance the effects of opioids, leading to a slew of complications for both users and healthcare providers. Drs.
Petersen and Cook break down the alarming trends, offering a detailed look at how Xylazine is impacting addiction treatment. They dive into the specifics of harm reduction, discussing strategies to mitigate overdose risks and manage the severe skin infections associated with this substance. The episode also sheds light on the troubling resistance to naloxone, a key drug used in reversing opioid overdoses.
By sharing clinical pearls and expert insights, the hosts aim to arm medical professionals with the knowledge they need to navigate this emerging epidemic. This episode is a must-listen for anyone in the healthcare field looking to stay ahead of the curve in addiction medicine.