Regina police say xylazine was found in a substance tested at the Newo Yotina Friendship Centre’s drug testing site.
Xylazine is a tranquillizer used in animals by veterinarians.
In humans, the drug causes sedation, muscle relaxation and unconsciousness.
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Its effects cannot be reversed by administering naloxone.
According to police, traces of the drug were found in a tested substance that was believed to have been sold as fentanyl. Fentanyl was also detected in the drug.
The combination has a high risk of overdose and death.
Police said they believe the drug to have come from a larger batch that is likely circulating in Regina. They said it was purple.
In a media release, police asked the public to be aware of the signs of overdose and carry and know how to properly use naloxone.
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