Medetomidine Threatens U.S.Drug Supply.

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Medetomidine is a drug. It is now found in illegal drugs in the U.S. Reports show this drug is in the drug supply.

This drug is for animals. It can make pets feel calm. It is mixed with other drugs, like fentanyl.

The CDC made three reports. These reports talk about medetomidine cases. These cases were in Chicago, Philadelphia, and Pittsburgh.

Chicago had many overdose cases. Naloxone did not work well for them. The city found medetomidine in these cases.

Philadelphia and Pittsburgh had similar cases. People had withdrawal from medetomidine. A different medicine, dexmedetomidine, did help them.

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What is medetomidine?

Medetomidine is a drug that is now found in illegal drugs in the U.S.

What cities had cases of medetomidine?

The cities with cases of medetomidine are Chicago, Philadelphia, and Pittsburgh.

Did naloxone work well for overdose cases in Chicago?

No, naloxone did not work well for the overdose cases in Chicago.

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