Fake diazepam tablets found in NSW16 May 2024NSWBenzodiazepinesCounterfeit (fake) diazepam from illicit sources has been found to contain other drugs (bromazolam, paracetamol and caffeine) Photos of some of the counterfeit diazepam found in NSW. These fake tablets look like the Australian registered diazepam brand ‘Antenex’, with off-white tablets marked “DM | 5″ with “G” on the reverse. These fake tablets are similar to overseasRead notification
High dose MDMA (ecstasy) tablets have been found in NSW – purple-grey ‘Punisher’ tablets16 May 2024NSWMDMA/EcstasyWarning The purple -grey ‘Punisher’ skull design tablets contain 197mg of MDMA.This is around twice the average amount usually contained in MDMA tablets circulating in NSW. Please note: Tablet appearance is not a reliable indicator of drug contents Know the risks Effects to look out for If you or others experience these symptoms after taking MDMA, get help immediately. GettingRead notification
Heroin may contain nitazenes (potent synthetic opioids)24 Apr 2024NSWHeroin & other opioidsNitazenes have been found in drug samples likely related to a large increase in opioid overdoses in the Penrith area in the past month. Know the risks Effects to look out for Getting help If you or your friends see the warning signs of overdose:Seek help immediately from your nearest emergency department or call Triple Zero (000). You won’t getRead notification
Rise in opioid overdoses after use of cocaine or methamphetamine23 Feb 2024NSWAmphetamines Cocaine MDMA/EcstasyWarning: 11 people have experienced severe opioid overdose after use of drugs thought to be COCAINE or METHAMPHETAMINE since December 2023. HEROIN was the opioid identified. Know the risks Effects to look out for Unexpected drowsiness, pinpoint pupils, loss of consciousness, slow breathing/snoring, and skin turning blue/grey after using a stimulant (for example cocaine, methamphetamine, or MDMA). Getting help IfRead notification
Multiple high dose MDMA (ecstasy) tablets found in NSW15 Feb 2024NSWMDMA/EcstasyWarning: Multiple high dose MDMA (ecstasy) tablets have recently been found in NSW. They contain about twice the average amount of MDMA usually found in tablets circulating in NSW. The skull shaped tablets are imprinted with ‘MYBRAND’ wording and logo on the reverse. Note: Tablet appearance is not a reliable indicator of drug contents. Know the risks Effects to look out forRead notification