Nitazenes Will F*** You Up
Nitazenes are synthetic opioids which can be stronger than fentanyl and 500 times more potent than heroin.
The thing is, you might not know you’re taking them. They’re being used to cut up other drugs from MDMA to ketamine, cocaine, heroin and vapes.
But even if you use a drug checking kit or service the substance can be so tiny and hard to detect that it’s almost impossible to be sure if nitazenes are present.
The best thing to do right now is carry Naloxone and share urgent and live-saving harm reduction information with friends, family and people you know who use drugs.
Know how to stay safe and spot an overdose before it’s too late.
How to stop Nitazenes causing harm to you or other people who use drugs
If you or someone you know is taking drugs, here’s how to stay safer:
- Avoid taking contaminated drugs – test what’s in them when you can.
- Try not to take drugs alone – always tell a friend and buddy up.
- Always carry Naloxone and know how to use it.
- Know how to spot an opioid overdose and what to do to save a life if you see one.
How to spot an opioid overdose
Opioid overdoses can quickly kill people if untreated.
An opioid overdose can be identified by these three common signs and symptoms:
- Difficulties with breathing, walking or speaking.
- Pinpoint pupils.
- Unconsciousness.
Death from opioid overdose is preventable if the person receives basic life support and is quickly given the drug Naloxone.
Naloxone will reverse the effects of an opioid overdose if given in time.
Naloxone is not harmful if given to someone you think is having an opioid overdose, but has not taken opioids.
It’s always better to use Naloxone if you suspect an opioid overdose.
Where to get Naloxone
Are you a parent, or a festival goer, maybe you like to use drugs, have friends who like to party or you want to know you’re prepared to save a life if needed? Get free Naloxone.
The Australian Government has invested in a Take Home Naloxone program, giving out Naloxone to anyone who wants to be safe and prepared to treat an opioid overdose.
It is given out over the counter at participating chemists – you do not need a prescription and it’s free. Check out Chemist Warehouse near you, or see participating pharmacies at the button below.