Fentanyl

Opiates have been plaguing the streets for decades and more recently, fentanyl. Fentanyl is being manufactured outside of medical facilities and can be inconsistent in potency. 42% of the pills that have been tested revealed over 2mg of the drug which can be a lethal dose. Parents, children, and loved ones are all at risk of dying while using fentanyl, addiction does not discriminate. Recovery is the key to stopping the increase in death.

What is it?

“Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that is 80-100 times stronger than morphine. Pharmaceutical fentanyl was developed for pain management treatment of cancer patients, applied in a patch on the skin. Because of its powerful opioid properties, Fentanyl is also diverted for abuse. Fentanyl is added to heroin to increase its potency or be disguised as highly potent heroin. Many users believe that they are purchasing heroin and don’t know that they are purchasing fentanyl – which often results in overdose deaths. Clandestinely-produced fentanyl is primarily manufactured in Mexico”

(United States Drug Enforcement Administration, 2022, Para.1

Here at Sanctuary Recovery Centers, we are familiar with the harm that can be caused to loved ones and families who suffer from an addiction to opiates. Knowing how difficult it may be to overcome this specific addiction, we’re committed to sharing information and guidance to help struggling people find their way to healing. The more we know about the signs, the presentations, and the effects; the better equipped we are to assist in recovery.

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If you or someone you know is struggling, please contact us.  480-309-9945