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Understanding: What is a Mexican pain reliever?

4 min read
According to a UCLA-led study published in 2023, pharmacies in northern Mexican tourist towns have been found selling counterfeit pills containing fentanyl, heroin, and methamphetamine to unsuspecting US tourists. This critical finding highlights that answering "what is a Mexican pain reliever?" is more complex than simply listing medications; it involves understanding significant risks, regulatory differences, and the pervasive threat of dangerous counterfeits.