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What is Xylazine? a.k.a TRANQ

Xylazine is an effective non-opiate sedative, analgesic, and muscle relaxant that has been authorized for veterinary use in the United States by the FDA. It is not currently classified as a controlled substance under the U.S. Controlled Substances Act.

In the early 2000s, Xylazine was first reported as an adulterant in Heroin in Puerto Rico through DEA reporting and laboratory analysis. Approximately a decade later, it was documented on the island as a drug of abuse, which has continued to be the case.

Why is Xylazine a dangerous adulterant?

Xylazine affects the central nervous system, and it can cause a range of physical effects:

• Drowsiness
• Amnesia
• Reduced:
• Breathing
• Heart rate
• Blood pressure

These effects can be potentially dangerous, especially when other central nervous system depressants like alcohol or benzodiazepines are also being used.

Why is dangerous to combine Xylazine and opioids?

When opioids are taken in combination with xylazine and other depressants, the risk of overdose becomes even greater.

An overdose occurs when the body is unable to process the amount of drugs that have been consumed, leading to a potentially fatal suppression of breathing and other vital functions.

Why is Xylazine used as an adulterant?

1. Accessibility: Xylazine is legitimately sold directly to veterinarians. However, xylazine is also readily available for purchase on other Internet sites in liquid and powder form, often with no association to the veterinary profession nor requirements to prove legitimate need.
2. Increases profit margin: Xylazine powder can be purchased online from different suppliers with common prices ranging from $6-$20 U.S. dollars per kilogram.

Psychoactive effect: its psychoactive effects allows suppliers to reduce the amount of fentanyl or heroin used in a mixture.

3. Attractive to low-income drug users: Xylazine is described as having many of the same effects as opioids, but with a longer-lasting effect than fentanyl alone. Some users intentionally seek out heroin or fentanyl mixed with xylazine, while many are completely unaware it is included as an adulterant.

Steps If Xylazine Overdose is Suspected

1. Seek medical attention immediately.
2. Experts recommend administering NALOXONE, which is an opioid overdose reversal medication. Even if naloxone won’t reverse the effect of xylazine on breathing, xylazine is often combined with opioids.
3. STAY with the person until medical attention arrives – Good Samaritan Laws exist in Canada, the U.S. and elsewhere to help protect you from criminal charges.

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What exactly are Benzos?

Benzodiazepines are a class of psychoactive drugs that are commonly used for their sedative, hypnotic, anxiolytic (anti-anxiety), anticonvulsant, and muscle relaxant properties.

They work by enhancing the effects of the neurotransmitter GABA in the brain, which slows down the activity of nerve cells and produces a calming effect.

In other words, Benzos “calm you down” by slowing down brain functions.

What are Benzos used for?

Benzodiazepines are typically prescribed for short-term treatment of:

• Anxiety
• Insomnia
• Seizures

Benzos can also be used for:

• Preoperative sedation
• Alcohol withdrawal

Benzodiazepines Come With Different Names

Some examples of commonly used benzos include:

• Alprazolam (Xanax)
• Clonazepam (Klonopin)
• Diazepam (Valium)
• Lorazepam (Ativan)
• Temazepam (Restoril)

Dangers of Benzodiazepines

Benzodiazepines can be habit-forming and can lead to dependence, tolerance, and withdrawal symptoms if used long-term or at high doses.

They also have potential for abuse and can cause side effects such as:

• Drowsiness
• Confusion
• Impaired coordination
• Memory problems

Are Benzodiazepines Addictive?

Yes. Benzos affect the brain’s reward system by increasing the levels of the neurotransmitter dopamine.

When benzodiazepines are taken, they produce a calming and relaxing effect, which can be reinforcing for some people.

Over time, the brain may adapt to their presence and require increasingly higher doses to achieve the same effect, leading to physical dependence.

Are Benzodiazepines used as adulterants?

Yes, Benzos have been known to be used as adulterants or “cuts” in other substances, particularly in illicit drugs such as:

• Heroin
• Cocaine
• Methamphetamine

WHY?

To enhance the sedative or euphoric effects of the drug, or to mitigate the negative effects of withdrawal.

Is it dangerous to have Benzos laced in your substance?

Yes.

The use of benzodiazepines in this manner is highly dangerous and can increase the risk of overdose, as combining different drugs can have unpredictable and potentially deadly effects.

In addition, the presence of benzodiazepines in a drug may also increase the risk of addiction and dependence.

Benzodiazepines and the Controlled Drugs and Substance act exemption in BC, Canada

The exemption from the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act allows for personal possession of small amounts of certain illegal drugs from January 31, 2023 to January 31, 2026, as part of a harm reduction strategy to address the ongoing drug crisis in Canada.

HOWEVER, this exemption doesn’t include Benzos. A drug that is frequently found in other substances. This means that police can still arrest people who may not know that their supply has been mixed.

Testing Drugs for Benzos

Dealers don’t always sell what they say they’re selling. The chances of a dangerous side effects or overdose/overamping is increased when substances are misrepresented.

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Where does Mescaline come from?

Mescaline is a powerful psychedelic hallucinogen that has been used by people for hundreds of years, primarily in religious rituals or ceremonies. It is found in the small, spineless cactus Peyote (Lophophora williamsi), the San Pedro cactus, Peruvian torch cactus, and other mescaline-containing cacti, as well as certain members of the Fabaceae (bean family).

Mescaline can also be produced synthetically.

Desired Effects of Mescaline

Mescaline’s effect is similar to those of LSD or psilocybin (magic mushrooms), producing intense visual hallucinations.

• Euphoria
• Empathy
• Insight
• Brightened colors
• Closed or open eye visuals
• Enhanced tactile sensation
• Mental and physical stimulation
• Decreased appetite
• Changes in perception
• Ego softening

Undesired Effects of Mescaline

• Decreased appetite
• Pupil dilation
• Restlessness
• Sweating and chills
• Confusion
• Insomnia
• Intense nausea and vomiting
• Increased heart rate and blood pressure
• Rise in body temperature that causes heavy perspiration, headaches, muscle weakness, and impaired motor coordination

While these drugs can be dangerous and should be used with caution, they can also lead to powerful and meaningful experiences.

How is Mescaline consumed?

The crown of the cactus above ground consists of disc-shaped buttons that are cut from the roots and dried. These buttons can be:

• Chewed
• Soaked in water to produce an intoxicating tea
• Consumed raw or dried
• Ground into powder for oral capsules
• Smoked with marijuana and tobacco

San Pedro

The pre-Columbian cultures of Cupisnique (1500 BC), Chavin (1000 BC), Moche (100-750 AD) and Lambayeque (750-1350 AD) all used San Pedro for magical-religious purposes.

This sacred cactus, which contains mescaline, is still used today by master shamans to perform healing rites. During the ritual, known as ‘levantar’ (raise) or ‘mesa’, the shaman sniffs tobacco with alcohol, ingests San Pedro, identifies the diseases, cleanses away evil and helps the patient to ‘florecer’ (flourish).

Peyote

Peyote has been an integral part of many Indigenous American cultures. For centuries, it has been consumed as part of spiritual rituals and ceremonies.

It wasn’t until 1918 that the Native American Church was officially established in Oklahoma, recognizing the use of Peyote as a sacrament within a Christian religion. This was a major milestone in the history of Peyote and Indigenous American culture, and it is a testament to the perseverance of these communities in preserving their spiritual practices.

Testing for the Presence of Mescaline

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What is booty bumping, boofing, or plugging?

Instead of eating, snorting, or injecting a substance, the person uses the rectum (anus) as the route of administration.

This route of administration has been stigmatized as only used by queer or homosexual people, but it’s not true. People of all sexual orientations use this method of administration.

Boofing is typically done with cocaine, heroine and meth.

What are the benefits of booty bumping?

The rectum contains many blood vessels, allowing a fast and efficient drug absorption into the bloodstream. It’s usually described as stronger than smoking, but weaker than injecting.

For someone who usually snorts or injects a drug, switching routes of administration can be a harm prevention technique.

The body needs to heal after frequent use of drugs, specially if they are taken through the nose, veins, muscle and rectum.

What’s required for booty bumping?

• Needless/oral syringe (1ml)
• Clean mixing cup + sterile stirrer (something to mix your drugs)
• Sterile water / bottled water
• Preferred lubricant, best if it’s water-based
• Vitamin E capsules

Booty Bumping Tips:

• Poop beforehand, as a clean slate is essential.
• Remember it’s best to start with small doses because, using this method can be more intense.
• Properly mix their substances prior to use, with a coffee filter to remove matter that doesn’t dissolve.
• Use lube up to 1cm from the rectum and not going further than that when inserting
• Leave the syringe inserted for a few minutes after emptying contents, to help avoid a leak.
• Insert a capsule of vitamin E, which can help healing any micro-tears.

Onset and duration:

Boofing cocaine leads to a quick onset, between 1-2 minutes. The duration can last for several hours and it’s effect is more intense than when snorted.

Boofing methamphetamine can have an onset of 3-5 minutes. Regardless of method of administration, meth typically can last for hours.

Boofing heroin has a quick onset comparable to injecting.

Most information on boofing comes from anecdotal evidence. More research on boofing is needed.

Risks of booty bumping?

• With frequent use, booty bumping can cause severe damage to the rectum, rectal tissue and intestines. It can leave a person more susceptible to different infections, including sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Never share your equipment!
• Booty bumping cocaine carries more risks of overdosing than snorting cocaine. That’s because for cocaine, boofing has a more intense effect. Someone might not realize that their normal snorted dose will be more potent when taken anally.
• The body naturally vomits when trying to get rid of a harmful substance. When a drug is taken rectally, your body won’t be able to expulse the substance. This increases the risk of an overdose.

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Cannabis can be physically and psychologically addictive. If don’t like how much you’re smoking, or resent the feeling of “needing” to smoke, there are some steps you can take.

Seeking Treatment for Cannabis Addiction

Adults are less likely to seek treatment for cannabis abuse when compared to other drugs. Possibly because cannabis users believe their products are less dangerous, and/or less habit forming than “harder” drugs. According to recent studies, an adult seeking treatment is usually someone who on average, has used cannabis on a regular basis for more than 10 years, and has seriously attempted to quit more than 6 times.

Each year in the U.S., over 300,000 people enter treatment for cannabis use disorders.

The type of treatment may depend on whether or not the person has any comorbidities, such as psychiatric problems or addiction to other substances.

Treatments for Cannabis Addiction

1. Rehabilitation or detoxification centers: Not very common, but they can be helpful for people who have poor social functioning or comorbid psychiatric disorders, such as other addiction(s).

2. Outpatient therapy: These programs involve working with a psychotherapist or other mental health provider and attending sessions consistently.

3. Support groups: In-person or online support groups can help individuals connect with others going through the same and, thus, help each other.

Tips For Quitting

Withdrawal symptoms will differ depending on usage. Meaning for how long has the person used and how frequent. For someone who uses daily, slowly reducing might be easier than abruptly stopping. However, for someone who uses occasionally, completely stoping might not be so difficult.

Tips:

• Try eating healthy food, like fruits and vegetables. Sugar and junk food can make you feel worse.
• Don’t forget to drink water and try avoiding caffeinated beverages.
• Sleep and rest are very important. If sleeping well has become difficult, exercising daily will definitely help.
• Surround yourself with supportive friends and family, you don’t have to go through this alone. Supportive groups are also an option, don’t isolate yourself.