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Metonitazene

Found in:  

Fentanyl

Type/Reason added:  

Nitazene

Relative Potency:  

100 times stronger than morphine (18), about the same potency as fentanyl (13)

Overview

The Effects

Treatment Options

Routes of Administration and Effects

Administration:

Can be ingested orally, snorted, injected, or taken sublingually. Injection and insufflation lead to faster onset of effects, increasing the risk of overdose and adverse reactions.

Dosage and Effects:

Opioid Effects: Profound sedation, intense euphoria, pain relief, and central nervous system depression.

Adverse Effects: Severe respiratory depression, drowsiness, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, and constipation.

Information Regarding the Substance

Physical Description:

Metonitazene typically appears as a fine powder that is white to off-white in color. When pressed into counterfeit pills or mixed with other substances, its appearance can vary.

Side Effects:

Common: Intense relaxation, a sense of well-being, and analgesia. Sedation and drowsiness are typical, and higher doses can lead to stupor.

Severe: Profound respiratory depression, cyanosis (bluish skin due to lack of oxygen), coma, and death. Hypoxia resulting from respiratory depression can lead to permanent brain damage if not treated promptly.