Fentanyl Test Strips (FTS) can test for the presence of fentanyl in any substance in order to prevent accidental overdose. Testing capsules (like Adderall and Xanax), powders (like cocaine), or other drugs (like cannabis) for fentanyl is the only way to determine if the substance contains fentanyl. Fentanyl has no taste or smell, and you would not be able to see its presence. Assume any drug (outside medication prescribed to you and sourced from a licensed pharmacy) can be contaminated with fentanyl, even if you accessed it through someone you trust. Learn the proper procedure for using FTS here and / or view the video below. Please be aware that negative results on FTS are shown as opposite of what a negative test looks like on many common testing strips, such as COVID tests.
You do not have to use drugs, or personally know anyone who uses drugs, to carry Fentanyl Test Strips (FTS) and Narcan on your person. You never know when you will be in a situation where using these tools can prevent or reverse opioid overdose. Keeping these on your person means you are taking action to sustain the health and safety of others. It is not only important to carry Narcan, but it is important to know how to use it and intervene.
