Warning
High-dose MDMA (ecstasy) tablets have been found in NSW. These high-dose tablets contain
three to four times the common dose of other MDMA tablets and capsules found circulating in NSW.
NSW Health has recently identified high dose pink tablets labelled 'C P' and purple tablets labelled 'Levi's' (average dose was 201mg and 250mg respectively).

Reduce your risk of harm
Check out the support services available online
NUAA and the Alcohol and Drug Information Service
Know the risks
Taking one MDMA (ecstasy) tablet or capsule by itself can kill, but the risk of harm is higher if:
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you take more than one MDMA (ecstasy) tablet or capsule.
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you take a high-dose MDMA (ecstasy) tablet or capsule.
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you use other stimulant drugs (such as methamphetamine or cocaine) at the same time.
MDMA (ecstasy) is often poorly manufactured and the
amount of MDMA in a tablet or capsule can vary a lot, even with the same batch. The time from taking the drug to feeling any effect can vary significantly depending on the drug and the person.
MDMA (ecstasy) has been linked to
death, serious harm and life-long complications. recent deaths in NSW were a direct result of taking high doses of MDMA, not contaminated or 'fake' MDMA tablets or capsules.
Information and advice
- Do not take these tablets.
- Get help immediately if you or someone else has taken one of these tablets and feel unwell, and tell someone what you have taken.
- Signs that you should seek help immediately: feeling really hot, rigid muscles, confusion or agitation, racing pulse / heart, feeling aggressive, uncontrolled repetitive movements, vomiting, seizures, difficult to rouse / unconscious.
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Maintain social distancing, but stay connected with your friends and family.
Getting help
If you see the warning signs of overdose or distress,
call Triple Zero (000) for emergency assistance.
For information about the potential adverse effects of MDMA, please contact the
NSW Poisons Information Centre on
13 11 26.
For free and confidential advice 24/7 call
Alcohol and Drug Information Service on
1800 250 015. Counsellors are available to provide information, referrals, crisis counselling and support. Or start a
Web Chat with an ADIS counsellor online Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5pm.
Visit
Your Room for more information on the effects of
MDMA and other resources.
Visit
NUAA or call
1800 644 413 for a range of resources to support you, friends and family.