Ketamine analogues recently detected in NSWNovember 27, 2025NSWDissociatives Ketamine analoguesKetamine analogues copy ketamine’s chemical makeup but can produce different effects, including stronger dissociation or hallucinatory episodes. Recent detections in NSW include: 2′-fluoro-2-oxo-PCE in white powder and crystal that was expected to be ketamine only, or amphetamine. 2-oxo-PCE in a white powder that was expected to be ketamine only. Know the risks Effects to look out for If you or others experience these symptoms,Read notification
Potent dissociative ‘O-PCE’(deschloro-N-ethyl-ketamine) found in ketamineFebruary 13, 2026VICDissociatives Ketamine Ketamine analoguesTwo separate samples expected to be ketamine were found to contain O-PCE. What is O-PCE? O-PCE (deschloro-N-ethyl-ketamine)-a ketamine analogue, is a dissociative and hallucinogen that is most commonly mis-sold as ketamine. Dissociatives are drugs that make you feel disconnected from your body or surroundings. Ketamine analogues copy ketamine’s chemical makeup but can produce different effects, including stronger dissociation or hallucinatoryRead notification
Contaminated MDMA powder and capsulesNovember 8, 2023NSWCathinones Dissociatives Empathogens Ketamine MDMA/Ecstasy StimulantsCathinones, Ketamine and Ketamine Analogues found in MDMA capsule and powder supply in NSW Recent samples of MDMA have shown to be mixed with various synthetic cathinones, ketamine, and ketamine analogues. This could produce a completely different experience than taking MDMA alone. What are synthetic cathinones? Synthetic cathinones are classified as NPS (new psychoactive substance) stimulants. Synthetic cathinones often mimicRead notification
Multiple types of high dose MDMA (ecstasy) tablets found in NSWNovember 3, 2023NSWEmpathogens MDMA/EcstasyWarning Multiple types of high dose MDMA (ecstasy) tablets have recently been found in NSW. These tablets contain up to twice the average amount usually contained in MDMA tablets circulating in NSW. Other drugs including cathinones, ketamine and ketamine analogues have recently been detected in some MDMA tablets and capsules. Last updated: 20 December 2024 Note: Tablet appearance is notRead notification
Tramadol found in expected alprazolam pillJuly 24, 2025ACTBenzodiazepines Depressants OpioidsA white oval pressed pill with score lines and ‘2’ on one side expected to contain alprazolam was found to contain paracetamol and tramadol instead. No alprazolam was detected. What does this mean? Benzos (expected) are drugs typically used to sedate and treat anxiety. Tramadol (detected) is an opioid with SNRI-like properties, commonly used for short-term relief or severe pain.Read notification