Fentanyl is a powerful opioid that is often used as a pain reliever in hospitals and clinics. It is also a major drug of abuse, and its use has been on the rise in recent years. Fentanyl is much more potent than other opioids, such as heroin or morphine. In fact, it is estimated that fentanyl is 50 to 100 times more potent than heroin. This means that even a small amount of fentanyl can be deadly.
Fentanyl can be ingested, inhaled, or injected. It can also be absorbed through the skin. When fentanyl is ingested, it is absorbed into the bloodstream through the stomach and intestines. When it is inhaled, it is absorbed into the bloodstream through the lungs. And when it is injected, it is absorbed directly into the bloodstream.
Fentanyl quickly enters the brain and binds to opioid receptors. This binding produces a number of effects, including pain relief, euphoria, and sedation. However, fentanyl can also cause a number of serious side effects, including respiratory depression, coma, and death.
The risk of overdose is especially high with fentanyl. In fact, fentanyl overdose is the leading cause of death among drug users in the United States. Overdose can occur even if someone has used fentanyl before. This is because the potency of fentanyl can vary greatly from batch to batch.
Fentanyl detection kits are a valuable tool for staying safe from fentanyl overdose. These kits allow you to test your drugs for fentanyl before you use them. If your drugs test positive for fentanyl, you can take steps to reduce your risk of overdose, such as using less of the drug, using it with someone else, or not using it at all.
Fentanyl Test Detection Kits
Fentanyl detection kits are available for purchase at Herold’s Pharmacy. We carry Verifique’s Fentanyl+ Detection Test and it is in stock now.
If you are concerned about your risk of fentanyl overdose, talk to your doctor or a harm reduction organization. They can help you get the information and resources you need to stay safe.
There are a number of things that people can do to stay safe from fentanyl overdose. These include:
- Only use fentanyl if you know it is safe. This means getting it from a trusted source and testing it before you use it.
- Carry naloxone with you. Naloxone is a medication that can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose.
- Learn the signs of an opioid overdose. These include slow breathing, blue lips, and loss of consciousness.
- If you think someone is overdosing, call 911 immediately.
