Xanax, Kentucky and Morning in America
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LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - Bromazolam, also known as ‘Designer Xanax’, is a drug that has deadly consequences. This week, Governor Andy Beshear announced that the sale and possession of Bromazolam is banned across the Commonwealth.
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear has taken emergency action to ban the sale of a synthetic drug known as “designer Xanax” in his state.
Kentucky officials say at least 47 people died in 2024 from overdoses tied to what's being dubbed "designer Xanax." Despite its potency, the drug is not scheduled in the state nor federally.