Nitazenes. Have you heard of them?
Nitazenes are synthetic opioids lurking in party drugs and even vapes. 100x stronger than heroin, they’re causing deadly overdoses.
People have already died from severe overdoses. We can help prevent a deadly crisis.
Pill testing can inform people what’s in their drugs and let them make informed decisions. And naloxone can reverse the symptoms of a deadly overdose if given in time.
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Protect your loved ones from a Nitazene overdose
Nitazenes are synthetic opioids hundreds of times stronger than fentanyl – and they’re deadly.
Nitazenes have already caused severe overdoses and deaths in NSW and around the world – and no one knows they’re even taking them.
Because they’re cheap, nitazenes are being used to cut up other drugs from MDMA to ketamine, cocaine, heroin and even vapes.
If you or someone you know is taking drugs, here’s how to stay safer:
- Know how to spot an opioid overdose and what to do to save a life if you see one.
- Never take drugs alone – always tell a friend and buddy up.
- Always carry Naloxone and know how to use it.
How to spot an opioid overdose
These three common signs and symptoms can identify an opioid overdose:
- 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
The best way we can protect ourselves, our kids, our friends, family, loved ones and our community is to be prepared and know how to save a life if needed. The first step is always to have free Naloxone on hand.
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.