Irish teenagers are allowing themselves to be used as "human guinea pigs" to test lethal hallucinogenic drugs cooked up in Eastern European underground labs.
Medical experts have warned that young drug users are taking dangerous risks by 'loading up' on substances such as 2CB and N-bomb. These are used to try to get a faster 'hit'.
The death of Cork teenager Alex Ryan is believed to be the first Irish victim of the hallucinogenic drug N-bomb.
His death has sparked fears that highly dangerous, super-strong concoctions are now infiltrating Ireland. Substances such as 2CB purport to heighten the user's senses, increase energy levels and provide a warm feeling of well-being.
However, they can also cause people to become seriously ill and seem 'possessed' or crazed.
When purchased, 2CB often comes as part of an ecstasy 'party pack'. It is mainly available in tiny 5mg purple capsules, but can be sold as white powder or small pills. It is often taken in combination with other rave drugs, such as ecstasy.
Source: Mark O'Regan, Irish Independent, 26/01/16
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