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benzimidazole opioid (nitazene)
class of synthetic opioids
Epidemiology:
- increasing frequency in street drugs & opioid overdoses
Mechanism of action:
- opioids, some more potent than fentanyl
- potency across the class is highly variable
General
benzimidazole
opiate
Database Correlations
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References
- Marino R
Nitazenes Have Entered the Drug Scene. Now What?
We can prepare for this drug class in the supply without reinventing the wheel
Medpage Today. February 13, 2024
https://www.medpagetoday.com/opinion/second-opinions/108713