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Ketamine, MDMA & caffeine detected in sample expected to contain cocaine & MDMA

A pink powder sample purchased as a mixture of coke and MDMA was found to contain a combination of ketamine (45%), MDMA (25%) and caffeine. This sample was acquired in Canberra and tested by Pill Testing Australia at DIGI Festival. Effects may vary, due to the contents being a combination of drugs. SIGNS OF OVERDOSE Know the signs of a

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N-Isopropyl butylone found in a cocaine sample

A synthetic cathinone – N-isopropyl butylone – has been detected in a sample that also contained cocaine. There is very little information available about effects, risks, dose or duration. What is it? N-Isopropyl butylone is a relative of butylone – a synthetic cathinone stimulant. Its chemical structure indicates that it: Important to note: We don’t know what the effects of

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Multiple opioid overdoses following use of cocaine

Ten people recently presented to hospitals in Sydney and northern NSW with severe opioid overdoses after using what they thought was cocaine. 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 you or your friends see the warning

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Heroin found in cocaine sample

A white powder sample expected to contain cocaine was found to contain cocaine and a small percentage of heroin. What does this mean? There is a risk of unexpected opioid overdose and an increase of heart strain. In recent months, both NSW Health and VIC Health have released public drug warnings relating to heroin being presented in drugs sold as

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Heroin sold as cocaine and methamphetamine in Melbourne

Heroin is an opioid that can produce life-threatening toxic effects – especially ifyou don’t usually use opioids. Two people have recently required emergency care because they experienced heroin overdose after using what they thought was cocaine or methamphetamine. Specialised blood tests showed evidence of heroin as well as the intended drugs. This means heroin may be mixed into cocaine or methamphetamine (‘adulteration’)

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White powder thought to be cocaine found to contain bromazolam and 2C-B

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2 people were admitted to ICU and one person has died after use of white powder thought to be COCAINE. They experienced severe sedative effects and altered behaviour. The powder contained bromazolam, a novel benzodiazepine, and 2C-B a hallucinogen. This combination of drugs in a white powder has been found elsewhere in NSW recently. Know the risks Effects to look

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