The term "gas station drugs" is a broad term that can refer to a wide range of substances that are sold over the counter at convenience stores and gas stations. They are often marketed under misleading labels, such as dietary supplements or energy products. Despite these claims, many of these products contain strong opioid like effects and can lead to addiction, overdose, and other life-threatening health complications.

Tianeptine AKA "Gas Station Heroin"

K2 Spice AKA "Synthetic Marijuana"

Nitazenes: The New and Emerging Threat, Nitazenes have rapidly emerged as a formidable threat in the opioid crisis. Initially developed for potential pharmaceutical use in the mid-20th century, nitazenes were largely abandoned until recent years. Their re-emergence in the illicit drug market is primarily driven by their potency and the subsequent regulatory pressure on the other opioids like fentanyl. These substances present an unprecedented risk, which can far exceed that of even the most notorious opioids. The danger is compounded by the fact that they are frequently mixed with other street drugs without the knowledge of the user, leading to accidental overdoses and fatalities.