Yellowish white powder mixed with crystalline chunks repeatedly presented as ketamine and found to contain the new psychoactive substance 2-FLUORO-2-OXO-PCE instead.

What is 2-FLUORO-2-OXO-PCE? A new synthetic ketamine derivative that has not been studied yet so information can’t be provided on short or long term effects or safety – we don’t know about duration, harmful dose levels or interactions with other drugs.

Effects – People who have used this substance have said that it has lasted longer than ketamine (3-5hrs) and “feels different” to K.

Every sample is different – users should be aware that other contaminants have also ben found in samples of ketamine tested recently, so get your ketamine tested at CanTEST.  

Test your stuff! Come and see us at CanTEST. CanTEST Health and Drug Checking Service is a free, confidential harm reduction service. CanTEST is located on the Ground Floor of the City Community Health Centre at 1 Moore Street in Canberra City. CanTEST is open on Thursdays from 10am-1 pm and Fridays from 6-9pm.

Start lower, go slower. Some users report this substance lasting longer than ketamine (3-5hrs). Without info on known safe dosages, it’s extra important to reduce your dosage amount and wait longer between doses (2+ hours). CanTEST can provide you with more specific harm reduction advice after testing your sample to find out what’s in it.

Safer using – If injecting, take extra care as the effects will be felt immediately and strongly. It’s not currently known if this substance can produce a ‘k-hole’ like experience, some users report that they can’t achieve this state on this substance.

Avoid mixing ketamine-like substances with depressants or dissociatives. In fact, it’s safer not to mix this substance with any other drugs (including alcohol or prescription drugs!), as we don’t know how it will react.

If you experience or witness someone experiencing a seizure, have chest pain, a racing heart or extreme ongoing anxiety – call 000 immediately