The animal tranquilizer xylazine, mixed with fentanyl, is causing severe health problems in the US. Doctors report a significant rise in xylazine-related wounds, some so severe that they may require amputation. This drug, originally for veterinary use, creates a zombie-like trance and dangerously narrows blood vessels. The crisis, which began to escalate around 2023, shows no signs of slowing down.
