With regards to the injecting ecsatsy question...
Theres a few things to keep in mind. You can (and absolutely should if injecting) test for the presence of MDxx, but you really have no idea what binders have been used. While most binders used are probably pretty benign, you never really know what you're gonna get.
The biggest problem with injecting pills is getting the filtering process right. Sometimes its not enough to use a standard venti cotton cig filter. Your local Needle and Syringe Program (NSP) or User Group should stock pill filters, which are specially designed for filtering pills. Not sure if they're free elsewhere in Aus, but they sometimes cost $1 each. Also, you should ask the folks at the NSP or User group how to correctly use the pill filters. There are a few tricks to the process when using pill filters. If you can't get pill filters, you'll need to filter your mix at least twice, or three times to be sure. Use a different filter and spoon each time. Don't use regualr filters from tailor made cigs either, coz these contain glass fibre. Use cotton filters only (available wherever smokes are sold), and be aware of small fragments of cotton getting into the mix/fit.
Take note of the consistency of the pill as you crush it up. Also take note of how well the pill dissolves. If it takes heaps of crushing, mixing, heat etc, maybe consider another way of taking your pill. If it looks dodgy, don't risk it.
Make sure you use a nice big vein. If the binders used in the pill are dodgy, you are more likely to get problems like clots if you've injceted into small veins, such as those in your hands or feet. Never inject below the waist, and don't inject pills into your hands.
Also be aware that there can be various injecting related problems that may emerge several days, or even weeks after injecting. If you get any weird looking sores (abscesses) anywhere on your body (not necessarily near the injection site) in the days or weeks after injecting a pill, find yourself a cool doctor. Again, your local NSP or user group should be able to hook you up with a good doc. Any wierd rashes, swelling, redness etc should be seen to by a doctor. Don't hesitate to ask for professional help if you have any wierd symptoms like I've mentioned above. It might cost you a limb.
If you need help locating a NSP or user group in your area, send me an email and I'll try and hook you up.
PS - Be blood aware when injecting. Hep C is a blood borne virus, transmitted through blood to blood contact only. It has become a major public health issue in Australia, mainly amongst people who inject drugs. There is currently no vaccine. It can also be passed through things like tooth brushes, razors, piercing, tattooing equipment, where the is direct blood to blood contact. Minute particles of blood invisible to the naked eye can transmit Hep C. Always wash your hands before and after, and take extreme care if injecting someone else, or being injected by someone else. Keep your eyes open for possible contamination. Don't share anything, including swabs, spoons, torniquet, water or fits.
[ 10 April 2002: Message edited by: hardup ]
[ 10 April 2002: Message edited by: hardup ]
