Trump-shaped ecstasy pills contain dangerous chemical and could be deadly, Dutch group says
A Dutch health institute has issued a 'Red Alert' regarding ecstasy pills shaped like Donald Trump's head, which contain a dangerous chemical called PMMA. The substance is potentially lethal and can cause severe health complications, leading officials to warn users against consumption.
Why it matters
Public health warnings regarding contaminated illicit substances are critical for harm reduction in regions where drug use is prevalent.
A Dutch drug addiction and mental health institute warned users on Friday about potentially lethal ecstasy pills shaped to look like the head of President Trump.The respected Trimbos Institute said that several of the pills have been handed in recently at a network of centers that test drugs for users before they take them. The institute warned in a "Red Alert" published on its website and social media that they contain a high concentration of a chemical called PMMA, or para-methoxymethamfetamine. The chemical is similar to MDMA, the active ingredient in ecstasy pills. The institute says if PMMA is found in an ecstasy pill, then the pill is contaminated and could be lethal.
Get smarter about the news
Sign up free for a feed built around what you actually care about, Dive Deeper research on any story, and the full text of every article.
Create free accountAlready have an account? Sign in