Orphines: New Deadly Opioids Emerging in Street Drug Market

The Week reports a surge of synthetic opioids known as orphines on the illicit market. Orphines are described as highly potent and lethal substances. They are appearing alongside traditional street drugs in multiple regions. Health officials warn that the new opioids increase overdose risk. Law enforcement agencies are scrambling to identify distribution networks. The rise of orphines complicates existing drug‑control strategies. Policymakers are urged to consider rapid response measures. Monitoring the trend will be crucial to curb further fatalities.