The Fentanyl Risk
This deadly opioid is now in illicit and recreational drugs across Virginia. Here is what you need to know.
It's dangerous
Fentanyl is a powerful opioid that is now found in illicit and recreational drugs across Virginia
IT'S DEADLY
It takes less fentanyl than a grain of salt to snuff out a life.
IT'S FAST
When ingested, one can overdose in minutes.
IT'S ACCESSIBLE
Dealers are using social media to reach young people with counterfeit drugs.
IT'S EVERYWHERE
When tested, 7 in 10 counterfeit pills had fatal fentanyl doses.
IT'S IN EVERYTHING
Fentanyl can be found in all types of counterfeit drugs — swallowed, injected or smoked.
Can you spot the difference?
Real vs Fake Pills
Real prescription pills look and feel nearly identical to counterfeit ones that contain fentanyl. If it doesn't come from your doctor, you can't be sure it hasn't been tampered with or laced.
Real prescription pill
Fake prescription pill