Nitazenos se extienden por 37 países y amenazan con sustituir al fentanilo: México ya los contempla como estupefacientes

Nitazenes, a family of synthetic opioids significantly more potent than fentanyl, have been detected in at least 37 countries. The expansion of these substances into new global markets has prompted health and regulatory authorities to increase monitoring of their distribution and impact.

In response to the growing presence of these compounds, the Mexican government has officially classified nitazenes as narcotics. This regulatory action aims to address the potential threat posed by these substances, which experts suggest could emerge as a primary alternative to fentanyl in the illicit drug trade.