Know the risks

• It is often not possible to identify drugs by their appearance alone.
• Bromazolam can cause severe and often unpredictable sedative effects leading to hospitalisation including intensive care.
• Stimulants (including cocaine, methamphetamine and MDMA) also continue to be found to contain opioids. 
• The risks of overdose are increased if you:
• Use a high dose, or re-dose when you are not getting the desired effect.
• Use with other sedative drugs (for example alcohol, ketamine, other benzodiazepines, GHB or opioids).
• Use drugs alone, or use a new batch.

Effects to look out for

• Unexpected sedative effects such as difficulty speaking or walking, drowsiness, loss of consciousness, slow breathing/snoring and skin turning blue/grey.
• Unexpected hallucinations

Getting help

• If you or your friends see the warning signs seek help immediately from your nearest emergency department or call Triple Zero (000). You won’t get into trouble for seeking medical care.
• Start CPR if someone is not responsive.
• Use naloxone for overdoses. Call ‘000’ even if naloxone has been given.

Take Home Naloxone program

• Naloxone is a life-saving medicine that can temporarily reverse an opioid overdose. Naloxone is available in a very easy to use nasal spray, and as a pre-filled injection.
• Naloxone does not reverse the effects of bromazolam or 2C-B. Medical attention should be sought. If in doubt, give naloxone.  It can be used safely.

Support and advice

For free and confidential advice:

• Call Alcohol and Drug Information Service (ADIS) on 1800 250 015 at any time 24/7. Start a Web Chat with an ADIS counsellor Mon-Fri, 8.30am-5pm.
• Call NUAA on 1800 644 413 (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm) to speak to a peer or visit NUAA for a range of resources.
• Call the NSW Poisons Information Centre on 13 11 26 for information on adverse effects from drugs.
• Visit Your Room for a fact sheet on nitazenes.