An individual has passed away after consuming what police believe to be zopiclone that is “potentially contaminated,” a medicine utilized to treat sleeplessness. Cleveland Police has stated that the man took pills from a batch that may have been compromised, demonstrating the potential to cause serious disease or overdose. Law enforcement officials previously stated that seven individuals were transferred to d North Tees General Hospital in Stockton-on-Tees on Friday, suspected of taking the medications.
The force is urging drug users and anyone with concerns about medications in the area to get in contact, issuing a warning to keep any further incidents from happening. The NHS considers zopiclone to be a “type of sleeping pill that can be used for the treatment of intense or severe insomnia,” according to documents available on the NHS website. The particular drug is only approved after receiving a prescription.
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