Behind the Star

"Zombie drug" Xylazine: A new threat in the battle against drug deaths


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Orange County Sheriff's Office Captain Darryl Blanford and a narcotics agent, whose identity remains undisclosed due to the sensitive nature of his work, talk about the enigmatic realm of Xylazine, a drug commonly known as "Tranq" or the "Zombie Drug."

  • (1:39): An overview of Xylazine
  • (5:01): Will Xylazine replace Fentanyl?
  • (8:12): Xylazine can cause rotting of flesh in users
  • (9:10): Because Xylazine is not an opioid, Naloxone (Narcan) does not reverse its effects
  • (14:09): Fake pills are another major concern
  • (18:55): Penalties for trafficking
  • (21:26): Misconceptions about users
  • (26:58): Ways OCSO is combating the drug problem
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