LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) — A harm reduction organization in Lexington has identified several dangerous substances in drug samples from Fayette County that pose serious health risks to users.

Voices of Hope, working with the University of Kentucky Harm Reduction Hub, analyzed the first large batch of syringes from the county and found carfentanil, xylazine, medetomidine, and BTMPS — adulterants linked to overdoses, severe wounds and other medical complications.

The findings highlight the unpredictable and evolving nature of the local drug supply and underscore the importance of drug checking and recovery support services.

Extremely potent substances detected

The analysis revealed carfentanil, an extremely potent fentanyl analog that may not always be detected by standard fentanyl test st

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