Alerts

Stay informed with the latest drug safety alerts from Pill Testing Australia. Our Alerts page provides real-time updates via an RSS feed from The Know, who collate drug alerts from all states and territories in Australia.

The alerts provided are designed to keep individuals safe by highlighting substances that may pose a significant public health risk. These alerts are part of an early warning system that empowers you to make informed decisions about drug use.

  • Multiple high dose MDMA (ecstasy) tablets circulating in NSW
    by PRN Admin on 15 December 2025 at 6:31 am

    ​​Multiple high dose MDMA (ecstasy) tablets circulating in NSW. ​​​Tablet appearance is not a reliable indicator of drug contents. Dose is reported as MDMA free base.  Pink skull shaped tablet with ‘MYBRAND’ marking on reverse, 229 mg MDMA Pale orange ‘Hello Kitty’ tablet, 151 mg MDMA Know the risks​​​ Effects to look out for If you or others experience these Read More The post Multiple high dose MDMA (ecstasy) tablets circulating in NSW first appeared on The Know.

  • N,N-Dimethylpentylone found in MDMA pill
    by PRN Admin on 15 December 2025 at 4:07 am

    Two orange spade press pills were brought to CanTEST for testing, expected to contain MDMA. The pills appeared to be poorly pressed (see photos). Both were found to contain N,N-dimethylpentylone and MDMA. What does this mean? N,N-dimethylpentylone (DMP) is a synthetic cathinone. Synthetic cathinones are stimulants that may have similar effects to MDMA. Cathinones can significantly affect body temperature regulation Read More The post N,N-Dimethylpentylone found in MDMA pill first appeared on The Know.

  • Heroin sold as alprazolam (Xanax)
    by PRN Admin on 14 December 2025 at 9:50 pm

    The Victorian Pill Testing Service has identified a sample sold as alprazolam powder that in fact contained heroin, with no detectable benzodiazepines. This presents a high risk of unexpected sedation, respiratory depression, and overdose — especially for people who believe they are using a benzo. What is Heroin? Heroin is an opioid – a central nervous system depressant that slows Read More The post Heroin sold as alprazolam (Xanax) first appeared on The Know.

  • High dose MDMA pills
    by PRN Admin on 12 December 2025 at 5:35 am

    Four grey ‘grim reaper’ press pills with a score mark on the rear were brought to CanTEST for testing, expected to contain MDMA. The samples were found to contain: A) was found to have a mass of 359mg, containing 38% of MDMA (equivalent to 162mg of MDMA free base) B) was found to have a mass of 358mg, containing 38% Read More The post High dose MDMA pills first appeared on The Know.

  • Multiple high dose MDMA (ecstasy) tablets circulating in NSW
    by PRN Admin on 12 December 2025 at 12:05 am

    ​​​Tablet appearance is not a reliable indicator of drug contents. Dose is reported as MDMA free base. Know the risks Effects to look out for If you or others experience these symptoms after taking MDMA, get help immediately. Getting help If you or your friends see the warning signs of overdose: Support and advice For free and confidential advice: The post Multiple high dose MDMA (ecstasy) tablets circulating in NSW first appeared on The Know.

  • High Dose MDMA Pill
    by PRN Admin on 9 December 2025 at 10:02 pm

    A green ‘punisher’ press pill with a score mark on the rear was brought to CanTEST for testing, expected to contain MDMA.The sample was found to have a mass of 420mg, containing 38% MDMA (equiv. to 160mg MDMA free base). What does this mean? A common dose of MDMA is between 80-120mg. This means the amount of MDMA in this Read More The post High Dose MDMA Pill first appeared on The Know.

  • High-dose MDMA capsules and pills are circulating in Victoria
    by PRN Admin on 5 December 2025 at 5:38 am

    Various products – containing up to 2-3 typical doses of MDMA – are being sold MDMA (‘ecstasy’) is an empathogen stimulant with effects including euphoria and increased sociability, but also increased body temperature, heart rate and blood pressure. Higher doses can lead to life-threatening hyperthermia. Recent testing of multiple products obtained in Victoria (pictured) showed MDMA doses of up to Read More The post High-dose MDMA capsules and pills are circulating in Victoria first appeared on The Know.

  • MDA found in MDMA pills
    by PRN Admin on 4 December 2025 at 2:42 am

    Over one quarter of pills tested in recent months that were expected to be MDMA tablets actually contained MDA (3,4-Methylenedioxyamphetamine) What is it? MDA is a stimulant with hallucinogenic properties – similar to MDMA but: Important to note: MDA is not MDMA – If you are expecting MDMA and take MDA the results can be unpleasant and unpredictable. More information Read More The post MDA found in MDMA pills first appeared on The Know.

  • Ketamine analogues recently detected in NSW
    by PRN Admin on 27 November 2025 at 3:33 am

    ​Ketamine analogues copy ketamine’s chemical makeup but can produce different effects, including stronger dissociation or hallucinatory episodes. Recent detections in NSW include: 2′-fluoro-2-oxo-PCE in white powder and crystal that was expected to be ketamine only, or amphetamine. 2-oxo-PCE in a white powder that was expected to be ketamine only. Know the risks Effects to look out for If you or others experience these symptoms, Read More The post Ketamine analogues recently detected in NSW first appeared on The Know.

  • Multiple high dose MDMA (ecstasy) tablets and capsules circulating in NSW
    by PRN Admin on 27 November 2025 at 3:30 am

    ​Tablet appearance is not a reliable indicator of drug contents. Dose is reported as MDMA free base. Multiple ‘Philipp Plein’ detections in varying colours, weights, purity and dose, some at least 138 mg MDMA. Multiple capsules of various appearances with >150 mg MDMA found. Know the risks Effects to look out for If you or others experience these symptoms after Read More The post Multiple high dose MDMA (ecstasy) tablets and capsules circulating in NSW first appeared on The Know.