Our request
We ask CDC and state health departments to warn the public that tusi, also called "pink cocaine," often contains ketamine and that its contents can change from batch to batch.
Please explain in plain language that the name, color, or appearance cannot identify the ingredients, and cite current evidence while making clear where information is limited.
Please share the warning through appropriate public health channels and review it as new information becomes available.
Why it matters
The research update describes tusi as a mix that often contains ketamine, with contents that can vary.
A clear warning could help people understand that a product's name or appearance does not confirm what is in it.
What good reporting looks like
- Use current sources and distinguish documented findings from uncertainty.
- Avoid implying that every sample has the same contents.
- Provide a date and a process for updating the information.