New Lethal Substance, Protonitazene, Identified in Virginia

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New Lethal Substance, Protonitazene, Identified in Virginia

Protonitazene was identified in a substance seized by law enforcement in April 2022.  Protonitazene is an opioid three times more potent than fentanyl and may be resistant to overdose reversal medications such as naloxone (Narcan).

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