Three new recreational drugs discovered in checks by Australian chemists
Analytical service uncovers novel psychoactive substances with no known safety data
Chemists in Australia have identified three new recreational drugs. Their effects are likely to be similar to ecstasy and ketamine. However, it’s not yet known how dangerous these substances are or what health impacts they have on the user.
New psychoactive substances (NPS) are a diverse group of synthetic drugs that mimic the effects of established illicit drugs, such as cocaine, heroin and ecstasy. Constantly evolving to evade legal control and detection, NPS pose challenges for drug surveillance, regulation and public health.