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Rise in Pink Drug

Rise in Pink Drug
 

The opioid epidemic has wreaked havoc in the United States for the past few decades.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 232,000 Americans have lost their lives to opioid-related overdoses from 1999 to 2018.1 The increase of prescriptions for opioids has resulted in a nationwide problem that has affected and taken the lives of many. Before this epidemic, many people weren’t aware of how addictive opioids are and neglected to seek a prescription pill detox to stop using. As a result of this growing problem, the nation has also seen a rise in pink drug.

What is Pink Drug?

The drug called pink, also known as U-47700, is a potent and highly addictive synthetic opioid that falls under the category of designer drugs. These drugs are meant to mimic the pharmacological effects of prescription medications. U-47700 comes in the form of powder or tablets that are white or light pink. They are often sold on the streets or the internet in packages labeled with random names and terms to avoid legal detection. Synthetic opioids are extremely toxic and can result in unpredictable and hazardous side effects. Small doses of pink drug can be life-threatening.

At Banyan Treatment Centers, we provide an opiate addiction treatment that targets the effects of opioids. Patients in this treatment will receive specialized care that helps them recover from the physical impact of synthetic opioids. Addiction is not a joke and people who fall prey to substance abuse should get help immediately.

Dangers of Pink Drug

Despite efforts to crack down on opioid use in the U.S., the rise in pink drug and other synthetic opioids continues to affect Americans every day. The effects of synthetic opioids can cause severe mental and physical ailments. Pink drug use can cause addiction, overdose, and even death.

The effects of pink drug use include:

  • Feeling of euphoria or pleasure
  • Relaxation
  • Analgesia (the inability to feel pain)
  • Respiratory problems or failure
  • Constipation
  • Stomach pains
  • Severe itching, which could lead to skin sores and irritation
  • Seizures
  • Anxiety
  • Paranoia

The intensity of pink drug effects may vary depending on how often it’s used and how much is used. Pink drug is also known to be stronger than heroin and other opioids. Only a small dose is needed to feel its effects, which increases the chances of overdosing. Unfortunately, the opioid epidemic doesn’t seem to be stopping anytime soon, and the rise in pink drug is proof.

At our drug addiction treatment center, we’ve helped many people overcome addiction. We offer several programs that treat numerous forms of substance abuse to help people reach sobriety and improve their lives.

If you or a loved one is battling with substance abuse, call us now at 888-280-4763 to learn more about our substance abuse treatment options.

Sources:

  1. CDC- Understanding Drug Overdoses and Deaths
 
Alyssa, Director of Digital Marketing
Alyssa, Director of Digital Marketing
Alyssa is the National Director of Digital Marketing and is responsible for a multitude of integrated campaigns and events in the behavioral health and addictions field. All articles have been written by Alyssa and medically reviewed by our Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Darrin Mangiacarne.