Drug Alert: WINNIPEG — Thu. March 14, 2024

DATE: Thursday, March 14, 2024

LOCATION: Winnipeg

SUBSTANCE NAME(S): Down

VISUAL DESCRIPTION: Orange in colour

DETAILS: 

Two adverse reactions to orange-coloured Down at the Mobile Overdose Prevention Site (MOPS). Naloxone injections given to one person.

Substance was tested on the FTIR machine and found to contain no fentanyl or benzodiazepines.

Substance did contain fillers including artificial sweetener and substances that are considered toxic and respiratory irritants.

 

Breakdown:

42.9% Meso-Erythritol

11.8% N,N-Dimethyl-N’-Phenylsulfamide

10% Dimethyl sulfone

9.7% Hydroxy pentoxifylline

8.6% Cycolhexanone semicarbazone

8% Benzyl hydrogen phthalate

6.5% (Ethylsulfonyl)benzene

2.5% Somatropin

 

If you are using substances, please:

  • Use with a friend and stagger your use
  • Start low and go slow
  • Have and know how to use naloxone

If you are using alone, consider calling a friend or the NORS line at 1-888-688-NORS so they can spot you.

 

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