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A dangerous veterinary tranquilizer known as tranq is rapidly spreading through Los Angeles, alarming public health experts and federal agents who say the drug, when mixed with fentanyl, is driving a wave of overdoses and gruesome injuries—particularly among the city’s homeless population. KTLA's Kareen Wynter reports. June 18, 2025.
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AI Quote: There is currently no nationwide emergency scheduling of "tranq," the street name for the drug xylazine. However, several actions have been taken at both the federal and state levels to address it.
What is tranq (xylazine)?
A veterinary drug. Xylazine is a powerful non-opioid sedative, painkiller, and muscle relaxant approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use in animals, such as horses.
Not safe for humans. The drug is not approved for human use and can cause life-threatening reactions, including severe sedation and a dangerously slowed heart rate and breathing.
Often mixed with fentanyl. On the street, xylazine is often mixed with fentanyl, an opioid, which makes the combination even deadlier. Xylazine also causes severe skin ulcers and necrosis (rotting tissue), which can lead to amputation.
Not reversible by naloxone. Because xylazine is not an opioid, its effects are not reversed by naloxone (Narcan). Administering naloxone is still recommended in an overdose situation involving xylazine because of the high likelihood that opioids like fentanyl are also present.
Federal and state actions on xylazine
While not scheduled by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) under federal law, many authorities have taken action:
"Emerging threat" designation. The U.S. Office of National Drug Control and Policy designated xylazine as an "emerging drug threat" in April 2023.
Congressional legislation. In 2023, the TRANQ Research Act passed both the House and Senate to address the emerging public health emergency.
State-level scheduling. Many states, including Ohio, Pennsylvania, Florida, and West Virginia, have classified xylazine as a controlled substance. Ohio, for example, used an executive order to declare it a Schedule III controlled substance due to its dangerous effects and increasing presence in overdose deaths.
How emergency scheduling works
The DEA can temporarily place a substance in Schedule I if it determines that doing so is "necessary to avoid an imminent hazard to the public safety".
Expedited process. This allows the DEA to act quickly, without a full eight-factor analysis, for a period of up to two years, with a possible one-year extension.
Criteria. The DEA considers factors such as the substance's history and current pattern of abuse, the scope and significance of its abuse, and the public health risks it poses.
What to do during a suspected xylazine overdose
Call 911 immediately. Since xylazine is often mixed with fentanyl, calling for emergency medical services is critical.
Administer naloxone. If available, administer naloxone in case an opioid is involved. It will not harm someone if only xylazine is present.
Perform rescue breaths. Because xylazine severely suppresses breathing, rescue breaths are a crucial intervention.
Place the person in the recovery position. If they are still sedated after breathing is restored, turn them onto their side with their top knee bent to help them breathe until help arrives.

[Lowkey]

Wow I love LA so much

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Wow I love LA so much

Very sad, this IS THE WORST DRUG EVER! Nothing compares, horrible stuff. 😈

[Lowkey]

Very sad, this IS THE WORST DRUG EVER! Nothing compares, horrible stuff. 😈

I'll never understand homelessness like just go buy a home?

[Palestine]

Dam we've had Tranq in Philly for a few years now. It's absolutely fucked. Xylazine was also horrible.

All this became from Fentanyl imho

[aj33b9009]

Addiction ruined their lives.

[DramaKing]

There's a reason that Xylazine/Tranq is called "the zombie drug."

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Dam we've had Tranq in Philly for a few years now. It's absolutely fucked. Xylazine was also horrible.

All this became from Fentanyl imho

I looked it up, it's STILL A RC & LEGAL SO CHEAP! HOLY SHIT!

Why they are not EMERGACY scheduling TRANQ seems like a conspiracy at this point. Vets barely use it anymore for surgery because of safer replacements like ketamine etc.

AI Quote: There is currently no nationwide emergency scheduling of "tranq," the street name for the drug xylazine. However, several actions have been taken at both the federal and state levels to address it.
What is tranq (xylazine)?
A veterinary drug. Xylazine is a powerful non-opioid sedative, painkiller, and muscle relaxant approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use in animals, such as horses.
Not safe for humans. The drug is not approved for human use and can cause life-threatening reactions, including severe sedation and a dangerously slowed heart rate and breathing.
Often mixed with fentanyl. On the street, xylazine is often mixed with fentanyl, an opioid, which makes the combination even deadlier. Xylazine also causes severe skin ulcers and necrosis (rotting tissue), which can lead to amputation.
Not reversible by naloxone. Because xylazine is not an opioid, its effects are not reversed by naloxone (Narcan). Administering naloxone is still recommended in an overdose situation involving xylazine because of the high likelihood that opioids like fentanyl are also present.
Federal and state actions on xylazine
While not scheduled by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) under federal law, many authorities have taken action:
"Emerging threat" designation. The U.S. Office of National Drug Control and Policy designated xylazine as an "emerging drug threat" in April 2023.
Congressional legislation. In 2023, the TRANQ Research Act passed both the House and Senate to address the emerging public health emergency.
State-level scheduling. Many states, including Ohio, Pennsylvania, Florida, and West Virginia, have classified xylazine as a controlled substance. Ohio, for example, used an executive order to declare it a Schedule III controlled substance due to its dangerous effects and increasing presence in overdose deaths.
How emergency scheduling works
The DEA can temporarily place a substance in Schedule I if it determines that doing so is "necessary to avoid an imminent hazard to the public safety".
Expedited process. This allows the DEA to act quickly, without a full eight-factor analysis, for a period of up to two years, with a possible one-year extension.
Criteria. The DEA considers factors such as the substance's history and current pattern of abuse, the scope and significance of its abuse, and the public health risks it poses.
What to do during a suspected xylazine overdose
Call 911 immediately. Since xylazine is often mixed with fentanyl, calling for emergency medical services is critical.
Administer naloxone. If available, administer naloxone in case an opioid is involved. It will not harm someone if only xylazine is present.
Perform rescue breaths. Because xylazine severely suppresses breathing, rescue breaths are a crucial intervention.
Place the person in the recovery position. If they are still sedated after breathing is restored, turn them onto their side with their top knee bent to help them breathe until help arrives.

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I'll never understand homelessness like just go buy a home?

What planet do you live on sir? Have you ever not had 1 cent to your name? Are you in debt? You seem like you live a privileged life by simply asking this question? I have lived in a homeless shelter when I was 7 yo and foster home that was a sex trafficking pedo ring, ask me anything about it, I will share.

AI Quote: The word privileged refers to having a special advantage, right, or immunity that is not available to everyone else. Its meaning can vary depending on the context in which it is used.
General meaning
In a social or economic context, privileged describes a person or group that enjoys special advantages, often due to their wealth or connections.
Example: "Coming from a privileged background, he never had to worry about money".
Synonyms: advantaged, entitled, favored, elite, affluent.
Antonyms: underprivileged, disadvantaged, impoverished, needy, deprived.
Exclusive access
The term can also refer to information or access that is restricted to a select few.
Example: "Only a handful of people had access to the privileged information".
Synonyms: confidential, secret, inside, exclusive.
Legal context
In a legal setting, a privileged communication is one that is protected from disclosure in court proceedings.
Examples: Attorney-client privilege or spousal communication privilege.
Synonyms: exempt, immune, confidential.
Fortunate opportunity
On a personal level, someone might feel "privileged" to have a particular positive experience, signifying that they feel fortunate to have had the opportunity.
Example: "I was privileged to work with such a brilliant team".
Synonyms: honored, fortunate, blessed, lucky.
Etymology
The word originates from the Latin privilegium, which means "a law affecting one person". It is a combination of privus ("private" or "single") and lex ("law").

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There's a reason that Xylazine/Tranq is called "the zombie drug."

yes, it's the best shit out to forget you are awake and alive living on the street, if the HIGH WAS NOT SO GOOD!, People would not be using it considering the side effects the dude 'Josh' has... I mean look at this guy, he is young / cute, has good teeth, looks healthy like he DOES NOT BELONG THERE! Some chick would date that guy in a heart beat. Things to think about for sure when it comes to drug addiction.

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Addiction ruined their lives.

Yes and lack of money. 😥

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Good ol tranq. Shits been around for a while. There was always a difference between meth scabs and tranq wounds.
The people who have the ulcers seem to not even feel it.

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Good ol tranq. Shits been around for a while. There was always a difference between meth scabs and tranq wounds.
The people who have the ulcers seem to not even feel it.

why is it not banned? I run a garden business and they have banned herbs like kava kava and salvia, made a seriously big deal out of salvia after Hanna Montana smoked it on youtube... wtf!

[Prepper]

What planet do you live on sir? Have you ever not had 1 cent to your name? Are you in debt? You seem like you live a privileged life by simply asking this question? I have lived in a homeless shelter when I was 7 yo and foster home that was a sex trafficking pedo ring, ask me anything about it, I will share.

Most rich/wealthy people made it due to their parents or family who busted their asses early on while these rich/wealthy kids don't know shit about life they mooched, they don't have no real life experience, they don't know what it is like eating generic mac n cheese and hot dogs from a cool whip bowl, they don't know what it is like going days without food, weeks without electric.

Rich get richer, poor get poorer because of the rich, and so many people are homeless who don't want to be, so many are in those foster homes who don't want to be but you know what? the rich/wealthy don't give a fuck even in the slightest, but the interesting thing is once they lose their wealth and income one day due to their lack of judgement they wont be able to survive what the poor has been enduring.

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Most rich/wealthy people made it due to their parents or family who busted their asses early on while these rich/wealthy kids don't know shit about life they mooched, they don't have no real life experience, they don't know what it is like eating generic mac n cheese and hot dogs from a cool whip bowl, they don't know what it is like going days without food, weeks without electric.

Rich get richer, poor get poorer because of the rich, and so many people are homeless who don't want to be, so many are in those foster homes who don't want to be but you know what? the rich/wealthy don't give a fuck even in the slightest, but the interesting thing is once they lose their wealth and income one day due to their lack of judgement they wont be able to survive what the poor has been enduring.

AMEN BROTHER! 🕵️😎

[Hackers]

Sad, very sad. If the media could stop using isiolated streets as representative of all of LA, or all of CA, that would be great.
I just wanted to say that because I think some people think the US or parts of it are overrun when in reality, it's usually an isolated neighborhood surrounded by areas that aren't like this.

Homelessness & drug addiction are very real problems unfortunately.
They go hand in hand

There are also many homeless that don't do drugs. Some have illnesses, and some are healthy physically & mentally.

I see a lot of people labeling entire cities as overran by homeless (not here specifically, just in general online), and then labeling all homeless as ill or addicted. It's not accurate. There are many homeless people who made financial mistakes, or otherwise aren't able to get out of their current situation for some reason.

I am privileged to have a safety net. I could lose it all tomorrow and as long as I lose it ethically, I have people who can help me.
I feel for people who do not have this level of comfort. I don't need to use it and my family hasn't sent me any money or paid my bills, but if I needed it, they could help.

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Sad, very sad. If the media could stop using isiolated streets as representative of all of LA, or all of CA, that would be great.
I just wanted to say that because I think some people think the US or parts of it are overrun when in reality, it's usually an isolated neighborhood surrounded by areas that aren't like this.

Homelessness & drug addiction are very real problems unfortunately.
They go hand in hand

There are also many homeless that don't do drugs. Some have illnesses, and some are healthy physically & mentally.

I see a lot of people labeling entire cities as overran by homeless (not here specifically, just in general online), and then labeling all homeless as ill or addicted. It's not accurate. There are many homeless people who made financial mistakes, or otherwise aren't able to get out of their current situation for some reason.

I am privileged to have a safety net. I could lose it all tomorrow and as long as I lose it ethically, I have people who can help me.
I feel for people who do not have this level of comfort. I don't need to use it and my family hasn't sent me any money or paid my bills, but if I needed it, they could help.

I hear you, I would be on the 'streets' if it was not for my 'FAMILY'

IT CAN HAPPEN TO ANYONE!

Yes, it's always isolated, I think people turn back into tribal nature when they become homeless, it is just human nature / animal instinct. You rarely see solitary homeless individuals. Those type are usually cast out of larger flocks or prefer to be lone wolf type of lifestyle.

[Hackers]

I hear you, I would be on the 'streets' if it was not for my 'FAMILY'

IT CAN HAPPEN TO ANYONE!

Yes, it's always isolated, I think people turn back into tribal nature when they become homeless, it is just human nature / animal instinct. You rarely see solitary homeless individuals. Those type are usually cast out of larger flocks or prefer to be lone wolf type of lifestyle.

A lone homeless person is a red flag, you're right.
I'm sure some are genuinely alone because they don't want to be with "the pack", but a lot of times it's because the pack forced them out due to theft, addiction, illness, or another social concern.