Protodesnitazene
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| Formula | C23H31N3O |
| Molar mass | 365.521 g·mol−1 |
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Protodesnitazene is a benzimidazole derivative which has been sold as a designer drug, and has potent opioid effects. It has been identified in Canada, Australia and the United Kingdom, first appearing in early 2025.[1][2][3][4][5]
See also
References
- ^ "High Risk Substance Detected In Fentanyl Trafficking Investigation". Sarnia Police Service. Sarnia Police Service. 13 March 2025. Retrieved 17 August 2025.
- ^ "Fredericton Police Warn of New, Potentially Fatal Street Drug". City of Fredericton. Fredericton Police. 9 April 2025. Retrieved 17 August 2025.
- ^ "New nitazene (strong opioid) Protodesnitazene detected" (PDF). Queensland Health. Queensland Government. March 2025. Retrieved 17 August 2025.
- ^ Gwynn L (4 April 2025). "Nitazines found in black market vapes as criminals make new variations to evade detection". ABC News. Australian Broadcasting Corporation. Retrieved 17 August 2025.
- ^ "Rapid Action Drug Alerts and Response (RADAR) Alert: Nitazenes". Public Health Scotland. NHS Scotland. 12 August 2025. Retrieved 17 August 2025.
