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Party Pills
This section contains information on party pills, including:
Public health initiatives and regulation
, including the potential legal classification of party pills.
Resources and publications
: Health effects, safety information and statistics relating to usage - includes reports and links to other websites.
Latest news and updates
BZP 'Party pills' - Change in legal status to Class C1 controlled drug
The Misuse of Drugs (Classification of BZP) Amendment Bill was enacted on 1 April 2008. From this date the manufacture, importation, sale and supply of BZP and related substances, the main active ingredients in the majority of 'party pill's' is illegal. There is a 6 month 'amnesty' period for individuals in possession of less than 100 tablets/pills, or 5 grams of BZP and related substances. Once this amnesty expires on 30 September 2008, penalties for possession and use of BZP and related substances consistent with other Class C1 controlled drugs will apply.
Benzylpiperazine (BZP)/trifluoromethylphenylpiperazine (TFMPP) and alcohol safety (30 Jun 2008)
This study by the Medical Research Institute of New Zealand used a clinical trial design to determine the effects on driving performance, and adverse reactions of BZP and TFMPP.
View older news and updates
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For help with a party pills problem
If you or someone you know needs help, call the Alcohol Drug Helpline on 0800 787 797. For information about health effects and safety, refer to the following online resources:
New Zealand Drug Foundation information on party pills
(www.nzdf.org.nz)
Sorted safer partying drug information guide
(www.cads.org.nz)