Tag: opioid_epidemic

DEA Temporarily Schedules 7-OH and Related Substances as Schedule I

1 Jul 2026 4:27 p.m.

The DEA will temporarily schedule 7-hydroxymitagynine (7-OH) and three related synthetic substances as Schedule I controlled substances. This action, supported by HHS, targets dangerous opioid-like products to protect public safety and combat the opioid epidemic.

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