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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Marc Levy

States restrict 'tranq,' animal sedative linked to overdoses

Copyright 2023 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.

States are increasingly looking to restrict access to an animal tranquilizer showing up in supplies of illicit drugs and contributing to a growing number of human overdose deaths.

Pennsylvania's governor said Tuesday that his administration will add xylazine (pronounced ZAI’-luh-zeen) to the state's list of controlled substances, tightening regulations on the drug and allowing authorities to charge people who violate those rules.

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