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Rat Rock Nation, the FDA has put out a warning to never consume these mood boosting drinks. Nicknamed “gas station heroin,” these products are sold under the brand “Neptune’s Fix.”…

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Rat Rock Nation, the FDA has put out a warning to never consume these mood boosting drinks. Nicknamed "gas station heroin," these products are sold under the brand "Neptune's Fix." They contain an ingredient called tianeptine which could be very dangerous or even fatal if it interacts with certain medications. This was reported by KARE, you can get more information by clicking HERE.

FDA Warns Us About A Dangerous Ingredient Found In Energy Products.

FDA Warns Us About A Dangerous Ingredient Found In Energy Products.

FDA Warning Regarding This Product:

This "gas station heroin," got its nickname, because it is sold at many gas stations, convenience stores even some smoke shops. It is not just sold here in New Jersey but all over the country. The Food And Drug Administration has stated that there is a increase of reactions to not only the energy liquid, but tablets and pills that contain this tianeptine. 

FDA Warns Us About Dangerous Ingredient Found In Energy Drink

FDA Warns Us About Dangerous Ingredient Found In Energy Drink

What Is Tianeptine?

Tianeptine is sold on the market as a mood booster, and is used for anxiety and depression. It can be used as a dietary supplement.  Many reports have been coming out on this topic. One reports says that tianeptine can give you the same sensation and fix as opioid drugs and can lead to abuse and even worse. Some of the outcomes could end up giving seizures, fainting, overdosing, and even death.

Tianeptine can be found in Neptune's Fix Elixir, Neptune's Fix Extra Strength Elixir, and Neptune's Fix Tablets and Pegasus. The FDA says there are other products out there as well that have tianeptine in them. You can get more information and address concerns you might have from the FDA by clicking HERE. If you are worried about this product please reach out to your doctor or get in touch with your local pharmacist.

Thank you for taking out to check this story out and always rocking out with me and The Rat. You can get more stories by clicking HERE. Much love and stay safe- Gotts

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