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Protonitazene detection in two cases of opioid toxicity following the use of tetrahydrocannabinol vape products in Australia.

Rebekka SyrjanenJennifer L SchumannJared W CastleLesley SharpAndrew GriffithsKaren BlakeyMartin J DutchJacqueline MaplesdenShaun Lawrence Greene
Published in: Clinical toxicology (Philadelphia, Pa.) (2024)
Novel routes of opioid administration, like vaping, may appear relatively innocuous in comparison to intravenous administration, but opioids may still be absorbed at high concentrations, resulting in severe opioid toxicity or death.
Keyphrases
  • chronic pain
  • pain management
  • oxidative stress
  • high dose
  • early onset
  • drug induced