gas station heroin

Decades before it became known as "gas station heroin," tianeptine was prescribed to treat depression in dozens of countries. Now, U.S. poison control centers are reporting a dramatic spike in cases involving tianeptine — a drug that isn't FDA approved, and one that authorities warn poses overdose and dependency risks.

8 things to know about the drug known as 'gas station heroin' Bill Chappell 2024

Tianeptine, which is often called “gas station heroin” because of its availability in gas station stores, is not approved by the FDA for any use.

New “Gas Station Heroin” Tianeptine Product Trend Office of the Commissioner 2026