NSW Health is warning of high-dose MDMA, commonly known as ecstasy, tablets circulating in the community.
Medical Director of the NSW Poisons Information Centre, Dr Darren Roberts said the warning followed the seizure of tablets by NSW Police which contained more than two times the average dose of MDMA per tablet.
Dr Roberts said the tablets (pictured) were pink in colour, irregular shaped and marked with an Audi logo.
“Consuming high doses of MDMA has been linked to cases of serious illness and death in NSW,” Dr Roberts said.
“It can cause severe agitation and paranoia, raised body temperature, seizures or fits, irregular heart rhythm and death,” he said.
“While one MDMA tablet alone can cause life-threatening toxicity, the risk is greatly increased if high doses or multiple MDMA tablets are consumed over a short period, or if MDMA is consumed in combination with other stimulants, such as cocaine.”
Dr Roberts urged anyone who was unwell from MDMA to immediately call Triple Zero.
“Importantly, look after your mates,” he said.
“If you feel unwell, or if your friend feels unwell, do something about it. Don’t ignore it.
“You won’t get into trouble for seeking medical care.”
NSW Health’s one-page fact sheet on the high-dose tablets can be accessed at this PS News link.
