Characterizing pediatric xylazine exposures reported to United States poison centers, 2010-2024

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Authors

Matthew Robert Dernbach · National Center for Injury Prevention and Control

Michael Yeh · National Center for Environmental Health

Joshua G. Schier · National Center for Injury Prevention and Control

Liz Eneida Rivera Blanco · National Center for Injury Prevention and Control

Stephanie Kieszak · National Center for Environmental Health

Amy H. Schnall · National Center for Environmental Health

Abstract

Based on National Poison Data System® data, pediatric xylazine-related exposures are relatively uncommon. Clinicians must remain vigilant for adulterants, including the possible re-emergence of xylazine, in the illegal drug supply.

Topics & Keywords

Veterinary Pharmacology and Anesthesia Animal Ecology and Behavior Studies Melamine detection and toxicity

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Zero hunger

Publication Details

Published in: Clinical Toxicology

DOI: 10.1080/15563650.2026.2636639

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