Novel benzodiazepine found in counterfeit ‘Xanax’ pressed pill and off-white powder

Published on April 22, 2025
Two samples presented for checking at Cheqpoint’s Bowen Hills location, now closed, have been found to contain ethylbromazolam as the primary ingredient. Sample A: white brick-shaped 'Xanax' bar. Poor quality, crumbly press Sample B: off-white loose powder Little is known about the effects of this research chemical with the latest detection in this region being
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