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Medetomidine

Medetomidine is a sedative and analgesic drug used in veterinary medicine that has been misused as a recreational drug. It can cause severe sedation, respiratory depression, and other adverse health effects in humans.

Why it’s in the news: It is in the news due to a rise in its misuse and associated health risks, prompting a health advisory from the Office of National Drug Control Policy and the CDC.

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