Dutch health institute warns over Trump-shaped ecstasy pills
The institute said the tablets can take longer to act, raising the chance that users may take too much.
The Dutch health institute has issued a warning about ecstasy pills shaped like Donald Trump, saying the delayed onset can increase the risk of overdose. The alert was reported on Saturday.
According to the institute, the pills do not produce effects as quickly as some users may expect, which can lead people to take more before the first dose has fully kicked in. That delay is the main reason for the warning.
The notice adds to a wider set of public health concerns around illicit drugs that are made to look distinctive or novelty-themed. Health officials in the Netherlands have previously used similar alerts to flag pills that may be especially dangerous because of their strength, appearance or delayed effect.
The warning comes as European health agencies continue to monitor the illegal drug market for products that can mislead users about potency or timing. Ecstasy, also known as MDMA, remains a controlled substance in many countries.
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