Stolen blood thinners, anti-depression pills could be dangerous: police
Police say "extremely hazardous" drugs were stolen during a weekend break-in at a pharmacy in St. John's, and are warning the public to be on the alert.
A pharmacy on Topsail Road in St. John's was broken into early Sunday morning, the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary said.
The stolen drugs include Wellbutrin, used to treat depression; Xarelto, used as a blood thinner; pms-Amlodipine, used to treat high blood pressure and agina; and Apo-Amoxicillan, an antibiotic.
"The medication is considered dangerous if not prescribed by a physician," the RNC said in a statement.
*Police wish to advise that these drugs are not for recreational use and are extremely hazardous."
Police urged anyone with information to contact the force directly or go through the anonymous Crime Stoppers tip line at 1-800-222-8477.
