• N. Z. Med. J. · Oct 2008

    Partying on? Life after BZP-based party pills.

    • James A Green.
    • School of Pharmacy, University of Otago, PO Box 913, Dunedin 9054, New Zealand. james.green@otago.ac.nz
    • N. Z. Med. J. 2008 Oct 3; 121 (1283): 35-42.

    AimThis study considered whether the banning of benzylpiperazine (BZP)-based party pills was likely to increase illegal drug use.MethodDuring July and August 2007, students were surveyed about their current recreational BZP and drug use, along with their future intentions to use substances that might be substituted for BZP once it became illegal.Results119 students were surveyed, with 41 indicating that they might use BZP in the future. Of those who indicated that they might use BZP in the future, around half indicated that they would be more likely to use illegal drugs (in particular, ecstasy) after the ban. Around half were also considering stockpiling party pills before the ban took effect, and a similar proportion would consider taking new legal party pills if they became available.ConclusionsThe withdrawal of BZP and any replacement 'party pills' from the recreational drug market may lead to an increase in the use of illegal drugs.

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