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Health Network warns of strong sedative being added to some Moncton drugs

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Vitalité Health Network is sending out a warning about powerful and dangerous substances that may have been added to some drugs in the Moncton area.

The Health Network stated in a news release that a strong sedative commonly used by veterinarians called medetomidine may be linked to the increased number of overdoses.

They add that this drug is often mixed with fentanyl, which can cause a deep and lengthy sedation. It can also make overdoses more difficult to reverse.

Vitalité also offers the following tips:

  •  Do not use alone. Use with someone you trust or call 1‑888‑688‑NORS 
  •  Start with a small amount and go slowly 
  •  Carry naloxone with you 
  •  Avoid mixing substances 
  •  Use overdose prevention services (OPS) at the ENSEMBLE Overdose Prevention Site 
  •  Have your substances tested when possible (services available at ENSEMBLE)

Author

  • Tara Clow

    Tara Clow is a multi-award-winning news anchor and reporter with more than 30 years of experience at radio stations across Canada. She is a graduate of the Radio and TV Arts program at Toronto Metropolitan University and the Humber College radio broadcasting program. She is based in Moncton and covers stories across Canada. Contact Tara at clow.tara@radioabl.ca.

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