Class A

PMA / PMMA

PMA is sometimes sold as ecstasy so people take it without knowing it. It can kill at lower doses than ecstasy/MDMA. It also takes longer to kick in so people may think it hasnt worked and take more which is very dangerous.

Important

Some tablets being sold as ecstasy in Europe contain a drug called PMMA. PMMA is a stimulant that can cause serious illness and, in some cases, death. More information here

If you or someone else needs urgent help after taking drugs or drinking, call 999 for an ambulance. Tell the crew everything you know. It could save their life.

Call 999 What else to do in an emergency

Physical health risks

PMA affects the body's temperature control and the risk of overheating may be greater than ecstasy, as it is more poisonous. People can get so out of control that they don't realise they're in danger of overheating and dehydration.

What is PMA / PMMA cut with?

Not enough is known about the purity of PMA, but if it's being sold as ecstasy it's likely the pills have been cut with other ingredients like amphetamine (speed), caffeine and starch.

Can you get addicted?

As with ecstasy, it’s possible to build up a tolerance (which means people need to take more PMA tabs to get the same level of buzz).

Psychological dependence may also develop (with an increased desire to keep taking the drug despite the risks).

There have been no clear physical withdrawals reported with PMA but, as with ecstasy, users may feel lethargic or low for some days after having used.

Class: A

This is a Class A drug, which means it's illegal to have for yourself, give away or sell.
Possession can get you up to 7 years in prison, an unlimited fine or both.
Supplying someone else, even your friends, can get you life in prison, an unlimited fine or both.

Like drink-driving, driving when high is dangerous and illegal. If you’re caught driving under the influence, you may receive a heavy fine, driving ban, or prison sentence.

If the police catch people supplying illegal drugs in a home, club, bar or hostel, they can potentially prosecute the landlord, club owner or any other person concerned in the management of the premises.

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