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Opioids found in replica pill that killed Alberta teen

Summary by Wetaskiwin Times
Alberta RCMP are issuing a critical warning about a potentially deadly supply of illegal opiates that closely resemble a prescription medication called Xanax. Xanax is commonly used for anti-anxiety and is opiate-free. The replica pills (shown in photos) have tested positive for deadly quantities of the highly potent opioid known as isotonitazene.

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Opioids found in replica pill that killed Alberta teen

Alberta RCMP are issuing a critical warning about a potentially deadly supply of illegal opiates that closely resemble a prescription medication called Xanax. Xanax is commonly used for anti-anxiety and is opiate-free. The replica pills (shown in photos) have tested positive for deadly quantities of the highly potent opioid known as isotonitazene.

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Wetaskiwin Times broke the news in on Wednesday, July 30, 2025.
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