Reagent testing for Alpha-D2PV

So we have another high risk drug being mis-sold as MDMA this summer. Thanks, we hate it. Lab analysis has told us that it’s not Alpha-PVP as we first thought, it’s Alpha-D2PV. Alpha-D2PV is potent enough to have put people in the medics’ tent over New Years’ Eve, so we’re keen to keep things fromContinueContinue reading “Reagent testing for Alpha-D2PV”

Comedown 101

Coming down can be rough as hell. One moment you’re in a bubble of euphoria, then the bubble pops and everything turns horrible in a matter of seconds. Even if it’s not sudden and dramatic, when reality starts to return you can be left feeling a bit blah and missing the way you felt onlyContinueContinue reading “Comedown 101”

Sex, drugs, and consent – KnowYourYes

Consent is something that we feel doesn’t get talked about enough. Everyone knows it’s mandatory, but it’s not actually as simple as someone saying Yes to something. Especially when drugs are added to the mix. Consent 101 Consent is when you agree to do a thing. This could be anything, from having a cup ofContinueContinue reading “Sex, drugs, and consent – KnowYourYes”

What’s going on with our methamphetamine?

Written by KnowYourStuff in conjunction with NZ Needle Exchange Drug checking organisations in New Zealand have noticed an increase in clients bringing their methamphetamine in for testing with concerns about the effects of their drugs. We all test methamphetamine regularly around the country, but recently we’ve had more clients reporting their methamphetamine as either a)ContinueContinue reading “What’s going on with our methamphetamine?”

You think you know your Ketamine?

You reckon you’re a K know it all? A specialist when it comes to Special K? Buckle up, kets and kittens, it’s time to test your knowledge about ketamine. 1) Ketamine is a… A) Stimulant B) Psychedelic C) Disassociative D) Great time, amirite?? 2) What class drug is Ketamine? A) A B) B C) CContinueContinue reading “You think you know your Ketamine?”