Rilmalzafone found in ‘opioid’ capsule

Published on October 19, 2025
A CAPSULE FILLED WITH OFF-WHITE POWDER expected to contain an unknown opioid was found to contain Rilmazafone. Rilmazafone is a benzodiazepine prodrug, meaning the body converts the substance into a benzo after consumption (rilmazolam). Because of the conversion time in the body, the onset of effects can be delayed and may take 2-3 hours or