Why “Fentanyl” is being discussed
The most recent Hacker News stories and comments contributing to this topic's mentions.
This is almost the same as saying "The problem is not the fentanyl, but that everyone keeps getting addicted or dying." In a very literal sense, yes, absolutely. There is a way…
by joshAg · Sep 28, 2026
While shitting on YouTube and video… I was taking with a family member about fentanyl zombies. They had never seen the lean/bend. So I pull up Google and click video which…
by SV_BubbleTime · Sep 28, 2026
"If you stop me from smoking up fentanyl in front of your store, im only going to smoke up fentanyl outside other stores and not yours!" Thatd be nice yeah
by samrus · Sep 26, 2026
Yes, you require analgesics for general anesthesia, it’s not optional. The reason synthetic opioids like fentanyl are used is because they actually have less side effects. Opioi…
by preg_match · Sep 26, 2026
"May is right in the headline" and "strong claim" don't go together. I prefer error bars be worn on the sleeve, so I find "may" on display to be refreshing, not dismaying. YMMV…
by schiffern · Sep 25, 2026
There's also the reality of some glimmer of patriotism and care for one's neighborhoods. If Italy nosedives into a fentanyl epidemic, that will both decrease the public image of…
by IAmBroom · Sep 25, 2026
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Total number of Hacker News items mentioning "fentanyl" over time.
Fentanyl is a highly potent synthetic opioid of the piperidine family, used primarily as pain medication. It is 50 to 100 times more potent than morphine. Its primary clinical use is in pain management for cancer patients and those recovering from surgery. Fentanyl is also used as a sedative for intubated patients. Fentanyl has a short duration of action. Fentanyl works by activating μ-opioid receptors. Brand names include Actiq, Duragesic, and Sublimaze, among others. Read more on Wikipedia