Liam Payne’s ‘pink cocaine’: What is the drug ‘found after his death’ | United Kingdom | news

An autopsy has reportedly revealed that Liam Payne had “multiple drugs” in his system when he tragically fell from the third floor of a hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina last week. ABC News claimed that among the substances found was a drug known as ‘pink cocaine’, after examining toxicology results following the 31-year-old’s death.

But what exactly is this substance? Despite its misleading name, “pink cocaine” rarely contains actual cocaine, say experts at UK addiction treatment centres. It is usually a mixture of various drugs such as ketamine, MDMA and 2C-B, presented in an eye-catching pink pill or powder.

The drug first became popular in Colombian party circles and has various street names such as ‘Eros’, ‘Venus’, ‘pols rosa’, ‘tuci’ and ‘tucibi'”. party drug that combines the effects of multiple substances, offering a unique and intense effect,” also adds an explanation from Addiction Treatment Centers UK.

“The popularity of the drug increased during the COVID-19 pandemic, as lockdowns and social isolation fueled an increase in drug use.”

The short-term mental effects of taking “pink cocaine” can include a heightened sense of joy or euphoria and an amplified perception of reality. However, experts warn that this can quickly evolve into negative emotions such as anxiety, paranoia and even hallucinations.

Although some argue that it is not as addictive as other substances such as fentanyl, addiction to pink cocaine is still a possibility. WebMD has even suggested that long-term users may experience damage to the heart and blood vessels, as well as changes in the brain. For example, some users may experience personality changes, memory problems, depression and difficulty concentrating.

“Pink cocaine includes a mix of drugs that can affect you in different ways. This combination can cause uncomfortable, scary, or harmful side effects,” explains WebMD. “This drug is also made in unregulated labs, so there’s no way to know what dose you’re getting or what substances you’re taking. You may have symptoms you can’t handle or accidentally overdose.”

According to Sky News, toxicology tests on Liam Payne’s body have not yet been completed. It is understood the One Direction star’s body will remain in Argentina until further investigations are concluded.