Drug Alert – Fentanyl found in crystal meth – 2025/03/27
Call 911 if you think someone is overdosing!
What is it?
Fentanyl
How is it sold?
Crystal meth
What are the risks?
Opioid overdose
Side effects
Unexpected effects due to the presence of a drug the person did not intend to use.
What does an overdose look like?
- Unconsciousness
- Slowed or no heart rate and/ or breathing
- Pinpoint pupils
- Going limp
- Choking or gurgling
- Cold clammy skin
- Blue-purple lips and nails
Ways to stay safe
- Try not to use it alone
- Buddy up with someone you trust.
- Don’t use it at the same time. Make sure the other person is okay before you use it.
- Carry Naloxone and know how to use it
- Visit Northwestern Health Unit for a kit and a refresher on how to save a life.
- If you think someone is overdosing, give Naloxone!
- If you must use it alone, have a safety plan
- Get someone to check on you in person or by phone.
- Download the lifeguard app – it could save your life!
- Call NORS before you use 1-888-688-NORS (6677).
- See a health care provider if:
- If you have a wound left untreated, it could lead to amputation.
- You need to talk about an overdose or other experience.
- You need other health care.
Additional/local information
Naloxone (narcan) and drug test strips can be accessed through harm reduction services; people who use unregulated drugs are strongly urged to have naloxone available when using drugs as well as someone who can give the naloxone if needed, do not use alone and alternate who is using so one person is able to give naloxone or call for help if needed, use small amounts of a new supply to see whether any unusual side effects happen. Seek emergency health care even if naloxone is given and it works, because over dose symptoms can return when the naloxone wears off.