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25C-NBOMe and 4-FA sold as ‘2C-B’

A white powder sold as ‘2C-B’ contains two synthetic drugs with a high risk of toxic effects. 25C-NBOMe and 4-FA are synthetic drugs with psychedelic + stimulant properties 25C-NBOMe is a highly potent synthetic drug. People who have intentionally used this substance report it has unpredictable, stimulating psychedelic effects. The substance has been associated with a substantial number of hospitalisations

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Rise in opioid overdoses after use of cocaine or methamphetamine

Warning: 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 If

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4-fluoroamphetamine & 25C-NBOME found in ‘2C-B’ sample

A white powder sample contained in a clear capsule presented as 2C-B found to contain 4-fluoroamphetamine (4-FA) and 25C-NBOMe. The sample was obtained by the service user in Melbourne and is the second time this combination has been detected at CanTEST. What is a 4-FA/25C-NBOMe combination? 4-FA is an amphetamine with some similar effects to MDMA, however the onset takes

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Heroin found in methamphetamine in NSW

Heroin has been found in methamphetamine in Newcastle and Orange areas NSW Health is warning of potential dangers from heroin found present in methamphetamine currently in circulation around Newcastle and Orange following two hospitalisations.⁠ Only a small amount of ‘methamphetamine’ powder containing opioids (such as heroin) can kill or cause dizziness, paleness, blurred vision, loss of consciousness, vomiting, difficulty breathing.⁠ What

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Potent synthetic opioids classed as ‘nitazenes’ have been seized in South Australia and could be present in illicit drugs

Nitazenes may be mixed in with other substances, including methamphetamine or GHB. You cannot tell if nitazenes are present just by looking at your drugs. Even tiny amounts of nitazenes can cause overdose and death. Seized in Adelaide: If you are taking drugs, please remember to: Signs of opioid overdose: If you experience adverse drug effects, or are present when

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The potent opioid ‘protonitazene’ has been detected in South Australia and could be present in methamphetamine or GHB

Looks like: White powder: Protonitazene could be mixed in with other substances. You cannot tell if protonitazene is present just by looking at your drugs. Detected in Adelaide: If you are taking drugs, please remember to: Signs of opioid overdose: If you experience adverse drug effects, or are present when someone has an unexpected reaction, seek help immediately by calling

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