Scotland's Battle with Etizolam & Gabapentinoids

​​🚨 Etizolam and Gabapentinoids Fuel Scotland's Drug Crisis #DrugsLibrary 💊 A systematic review published in PLOS ONE spotlights the troubling role of gabapentinoids and etizolam in Scotland's surging drug-related deaths. These substances, commonly prescribed for pain, anxiety, and as designer benzodiazepines, are increasingly found in toxicology reports. 📈 Since 2015, deaths related to these drugs have risen sharply, particularly among older women and within prisons. Polydrug use, combining these substances with opioids, is a significant factor in fatal overdoses. 🌟 Gabapentinoids, though not typically lethal alone, become dangerous when mixed with other depressants. Etizolam, marketed as less lethal, is now a major contributor to drug-related deaths due to its widespread misuse and unpredictable illicit dosages. 📢 The report urges immediate measures to address these trends, including targeted education, harm reduction strategies, and stricter regulations. It suggests that past initiatives to restrict certain prescriptions may have inadvertently driven individuals towards these substances. Breaking Bad Forum │ TG Channel