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Colleges on alert for cychlorphine, an opioid more potent than fentanyl

Colleges on alert for cychlorphine, an opioid more potent than fentanyl

Summary

Colleges are warning students and staff about cychlorphine, a new synthetic opioid. Experts say it could be ten times stronger and more dangerous than fentanyl.

Key Facts

  • Cychlorphine is a synthetic opioid, a type of drug that affects the brain and can cause addiction and overdose.
  • It is reported to be about ten times more toxic than fentanyl, a powerful opioid already linked to many overdose deaths.
  • Colleges are raising awareness to help prevent accidental use or exposure.
  • Health experts advise caution because of the drug’s high strength and potential risks.
  • The alert is part of a broader effort to address the opioid crisis and protect young adults on campuses.
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