Tianeptine is banned in several other states [3] including Alabama, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Mississippi, Ohio and Tennessee due to the highly addictive nature and severe withdrawal symptoms. According to the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration [4], tianeptine is abused for its euphoric properties similar to other opioids, such as heroin. Severe adverse health effects, including respiratory depression, severe sedation and death have occurred from misuse.
Links
[1] https://www.myfloridalegal.com/newsrelease/video-attorney-general-moody-outlaws-gas-station-heroin-florida
[2] http://www.rethinkpot.org/tags/tianeptine
[3] https://www.forbes.com/sites/tylerroush/2023/03/24/growing-danger-of-gas-station-heroin-kentucky-latest-state-to-ban-tianeptine-opioid-like-drug-sold-in-groceries/?sh=1c8a161f3f2c
[4] https://www.deadiversion.usdoj.gov/drug_chem_info/tianeptine.pdf