Trimbos Institute warns of lethal Trump-shaped ecstasy pills

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The Trimbos Institute, a Dutch organization specializing in addiction and mental health, has issued a ‘Red Alert’ regarding potentially lethal ecstasy pills shaped like the head of Donald Trump. These pills have recently been identified through a network of drug-testing centers used by consumers.

The tablets feature a depiction of Trump's face on one side and the markings ‘NL’ and ‘Trump’ on the other. They have been observed in different colors, including green and yellow. Analysis shows the pills contain high concentrations of PMMA (para-methoxymethamphetamine), a substance chemically similar to MDMA but with a slower onset of action.

Experts warn that because PMMA takes longer to take effect, users may mistakenly believe the dose was ineffective and consume more, significantly increasing the risk of overdose. Such consumption can lead to extreme overheating and potentially fatal consequences. As of the report, the institute has not confirmed any specific fatalities or serious illnesses linked to these particular pills.

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Anniek Groothuis · Donald Trump · Netherlands · The Hague · Trimbos Institute

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[● 5 SOURCES] The pills feature Donald Trump's face on one side and the markings 'NL' and 'Trump' on the other. www.fehmarn24.de · www.leinetal24.de · www.hna.de · www.kreiszeitung.de · www.op-online.de
[● 5 SOURCES] The Trimbos Institute issued a warning against consuming ecstasy pills shaped like Donald Trump's head. www.fehmarn24.de · www.leinetal24.de · www.hna.de · www.kreiszeitung.de · www.op-online.de
[● 5 SOURCES] The pills contain high concentrations of PMMA (para-methoxymethamphetamine). www.fehmarn24.de · www.leinetal24.de · www.hna.de · www.kreiszeitung.de · www.op-online.de
[● 5 SOURCES] The pills were identified through a network of drug testing centers. www.fehmarn24.de · www.leinetal24.de · www.hna.de · www.kreiszeitung.de · www.op-online.de
[● 3 SOURCES] Use of these pills can cause overheating with potentially deadly consequences. 6abc.com · abc7chicago.com · abc7news.com
[● 3 SOURCES] The Trimbos Institute issued a 'Red Alert' warning against using specific ecstasy pills. 6abc.com · abc7chicago.com · abc7news.com
[● 3 SOURCES] There are no reported cases of serious illness or fatalities linked to these specific pills as of the warning. 6abc.com · abc7chicago.com · abc7news.com
[● 3 SOURCES] PMMA is slower-acting than MDMA, which may lead to accidental overdoses. 6abc.com · abc7chicago.com · abc7news.com
[● 3 SOURCES] The pills contain a high concentration of PMMA (para-methoxymethamfetamine). 6abc.com · abc7chicago.com · abc7news.com
[● 3 SOURCES] The pills are shaped like the head of Donald Trump and stamped with 'NL' and 'Trump'. 6abc.com · abc7chicago.com · abc7news.com
[● 3 SOURCES] The pills are shaped like the head of U.S. President Donald Trump and stamped with 'NL' and 'Trump'. 6abc.com · abc7chicago.com · abc7news.com
[● 3 SOURCES] Use of these pills can lead to overheating and potentially deadly consequences. 6abc.com · abc7chicago.com · abc7news.com