Police and Public Health England (PHE) are urging people not to take the ‘Superman’ ecstasy (MDMA) pill (pictured), which is believed to still be in circulation after being linked to the deaths of four people over the Christmas and New Year period; two of which were in Suffolk.
The pills have been found in the Netherlands, Sweden and Spain, so PHE has reminded all NHS staff of the need to remain vigilant. The most recent ecstasy tablets sold in Madrid branded with the Superman logo have been found to contain high levels of PMMA (paramethoxymethamphetamine), a more potent chemical linked to a number of recent deaths and hospitalisations in this country.
Please be aware of the outward signs of a patient who may have taken the drug; they may be sweating, have dilated pupils and an elevated mood and the following side effects:
The following treatment can be given:
Please contact the clinical advice line if necessary for further information. Police have urged people to dispose of the drug safely by surrendering it at their local station or at an A&E department.
Published 31st January 2015