Xylazine: The Dangerous 'Zombie Drug' Causing Skin Necrosis and Amputations in US Cities

Oct 16, 2025 02:37 pm CST

The animal tranquilizer xylazine, known as "tranq," is causing severe health crises across the US, especially in Philadelphia. When mixed with fentanyl, it produces zombie-like effects and devastating tissue damage that can lead to amputations. Medical professionals are reporting daily cases of xylazine-related wounds, highlighting an escalating public health emergency that shows no signs of slowing down.