Cychlorphine Drug Crisis in East TN
Key Questions
What is Cychlorphine and why is it a concern in East Tennessee?
Cychlorphine is a synthetic drug 10 times more potent than fentanyl and undetectable in standard tests. It has been linked to 41 deaths in nearby counties since summer 2025, with risks of spreading to Cocke County.
How many deaths have been linked to Cychlorphine?
There have been 41 deaths associated with Cychlorphine in nearby counties since summer 2025. This poses an ongoing threat to residents in areas like Cocke County.
What is the status of the kratom ban bill in Tennessee?
The Tennessee House has passed a bill to ban kratom, also known as 'gas station heroin,' classifying possession as a misdemeanor or felony. The bill now awaits consideration in the Senate.
Cychlorphine (10x fentanyl potency, undetectable) linked to 41 deaths in nearby counties since summer '25; spread risks to Cocke. Kratom ban bill passed House (misdemeanor/felony); ibogaine bill advances for treatments. Ongoing threat to residents.