Drug alert issued for Kamloops, white substance contains fentanyl and benzodiazepines
KAMLOOPS — Interior Health (IH) issued a drug alert for a toxic substance being sold and used in Kamloops.
IH says a white substance – that turns black with harsh chemical taste when smoked – sold as “down” was found to contain cocaine, fentanyl, benzodiazepines, Phenacetin, and another unknown substance.
The risk to users is overdose, along with possible vein damage if injected. Smoking is also not recommended.
The drug alert is in effect from Monday (Sept. 13) to Sept. 20.