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I think my friend has been spiked. What should I do? 

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It can be very distressing to see the signs and symptoms of a friend being spiked. Try to stay as calm as possible. 

What to do if you think someone has been spiked:

  • Support them to a safe space and stay with them – call another friend to help if you can.  
  • If you are in a bar or club, tell a member of staff or security.   
  • Try to prevent your friend from drinking any more alcohol.  
  • Keep talking to your friend to reassure them.  
  • Don’t let them go home on their own, or with anyone they don’t know and trust.  
  • Call an ambulance if they get worse.