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What you should know if you have been charged with a drug-related driving offence and how you can prepare for the court case.

01 Nov 2014... This easy to read fact sheet provides the facts on methamphetamine including 'speed' and 'ice' - the short and long term effects on your body and life, interaction with other drugs, methamphetamine use during pregnancy, tolerance and dependence, withdrawal, overdose, driving, the law (in NSW) and telephone numbers for services in every state in Australia.

19 Mar 2022... Random roadside drug testing happens in every state and territory across Australia. This resource is a quick guide on what to expect from a roadside drug test, what the test detects and information on how long different drugs stay in a person’s system.

01 Sep 2011... This poster details the rights and responsibilities of a person using Victorian alcohol and other drug (AOD) services.

This information booklet is designed to help parents answer questions when talking to their children about drugs, including alcohol.

If your methamphetamine use is affecting your physical and/or mental health, family, relationships, work, school, financial or other life situation, you should seek help.

01 Nov 2017... This fact sheet provides the facts on fentanyl - the short and long term effects on your body and life, interaction with other drugs, fentanyl use during pregnancy, tolerance and dependence, withdrawal, overdose, driving, the law (in NSW) and telephone numbers for services in every state in Australia.

01 May 2019... This is a series of videos about the risks that come with drinking alcohol, and how to minimise or prevent them. This one shows the benefits of not drinking alcohol.

01 Nov 2014... This fact sheet provides the facts on cannabis on your body and life, interaction with other drugs, cannabis during pregnancy, tolerance and dependence, withdrawal, quitting, driving, the law (in NSW) and telephone numbers for services in every state in Australia. Also includes links to a number of free resources on cannabis.

01 Jul 2018... A consumer factsheet about lead poisoning from illicit opium.

The Methadone Treatment in Victoria User Information Booklet should be provided to all clients who take methadone to address their opioid dependence. The booklet provides information on the drug methadone, the Victorian opioid pharmacotherapy system and also provides information about methadone overdose and the use of naloxone injection.

A written agreement such as a Patient agreement form: methadone take-away doses should be considered by prescribers and pharmacists to ensure each patients is fully aware of the structure and responsibilities of receiving methadone take-away doses.An agreement form is also available for patients on buprenorphine/ naloxone to ensure they are fully aware of the structure and responsibilities of receiving buprenorphine/naloxone take-away doses.

01 Mar 2024... Step-by-step instructions on how to administer naloxone by Nyxoid nasal spray to temporarily reverse the effects of an opioid overdose. An opioid overdose occurs when a person consumes too much of an opioid. This includes illicit substances such as heroin, as well as prescription opioids such as morphine, fentanyl or oxycodone. Signs of an opioid overdose may include a person who is unconscious or unresponsive, or who is having breathing difficulties. Learn about how to participate in Victoria’s Take-Home Naloxone Program as an approved organisation or worker, or member of the community.

01 May 2019... This is a series of videos about the risks that come with drinking alcohol, and how to minimise or prevent them. This video shows you how to measure one standard drink.

10 Nov 2016... This agreement form is for patients on buprenorphine/ naloxone to ensure they are fully aware of the structure and responsibilities of receiving buprenorphine/naloxone takeaway doses.

The Starting methadone or buprenorphine information sheet should be provided to all pharmacotherapy clients commencing treatment. This information sheet provides advice to clients about the risks of unsupervised drug and alcohol use, outlines the symptoms of overdose and contains information about naloxone injection. .

01 Jun 2019... If you or someone you know is affected by alcohol or drugs there are services available to help. Information about identifying drug and alcohol problems, understanding treatment options and learning about the challenges involved in living with an ongoing drug condition are all explored here. The English version is included in the translated documents.

Downloadable A3 Campaign poster for International Overdose Awareness Day to help prevent overdose.

01 Nov 2017... This resource covers the effects of crystalline methamphetamine (ice) on individuals and communities. It also explains where someone can get help if they have an ice problem or want to support someone struggling with addiction.

01 Nov 2018... This fact sheet provides the facts on nitrous oxide - the short and long term effects on your body and life, interaction with other drugs, inhalants use during pregnancy, tolerance and dependence, withdrawal, driving, the law (in NSW) and telephone numbers for services in every state in Australia.

Crystalline methamphetamine, also commonly known as 'ice', is a stimulant drug, which means it speeds up the messages travelling between the brain and the body. It is a type of methamphetamine, which is generally stronger and more addictive and has more harmful side effects than the powder form known as speed.

06 Nov 2023... This document offers tips for talking with children about addiction. Parents, carers, and family members can use this guide for when you are feeling uncomfortable or unsure about what to say. Explaining addiction well can minimise confusion, make children feel safe, secure, loved and cared for. Talking about a family member's addiction can help children find healthy ways to cope.

01 Mar 2024... Step-by-step instructions on how to administer Prenoxad naloxone injection to reverse the effects of an opioid overdose temporarily. An opioid overdose occurs when a person consumes too much of an opioid. This includes illicit substances such as heroin, as well as prescription opioids such as morphine, fentanyl or oxycodone. Signs of an opioid overdose may include a person who is unconscious or unresponsive, or who is having breathing difficulties. Learn about how to participate in Victoria’s Take-Home Naloxone Program as an approved organisation or worker, or member of the community.

01 Mar 2024... Step-by-step instructions on how to administer Naloxone ampoule injection to reverse the effects of an opioid overdose temporarily. An opioid overdose occurs when a person consumes too much of an opioid. This includes illicit substances such as heroin, as well as prescription opioids such as morphine, fentanyl or oxycodone. Signs of an opioid overdose may include a person who is unconscious or unresponsive, or who is having breathing difficulties. Learn about how to participate in Victoria’s Take-Home Naloxone Program as an approved organisation or worker, or member of the community.

Downloadable A3 Campaign poster for International Overdose Awareness Day to help prevent overdose.

Downloadable A3 Campaign poster for International Overdose Awareness Day to help prevent overdose.

01 Jul 2019... Find out more about the Victorian Government's real-time prescription monitoring system, SafeScript. 24/7 free and confidential advice, support and referral for people concerned about their use of medicines. Please contact the SafeScript Pharmaceutical Helpline on 1800 737 233.