Drinksafe Testing Strip Disclaimer

Some drinks, such as those red in colour or milk-based, may produce a false positive. Drinks containing lime cordial or bitter lemon may produce a false negative. If your drink contains these substances, and you are unsure or feeling unwell, do not drink! A drink producing a negative result could still be unsafe as it may contain dangerous substances other than those tested for. If in doubt, do not drink. Store away from children, animals, chemicals and moisture. The manufacturer does not make any representation or warranty save as specifically set out above, cannot be held responsible for the presence of any substance other than as specified above, and excludes all liability for consequential and all other loss to the extent permitted by law. The manufacturer's liability for a defective product is limited to replacement or refund of the purchase price.

• Feeling unusually drunk when you haven’t had enough, or any alcohol to feel that way.
• Sudden sweating, feeling of hot flushes or temperature change.
• Increased dizziness, disorientation, hallucinations, excessive chewing and gurning, or blurred vision.
• Loss of feeling in your limbs.
• Loss of bowel or bladder control.
• Nausea and vomiting.
• Memory loss or “blackouts”.

• Saltiness or change in taste - if it doesn’t taste as it should, don’t drink it!
• Foggy appearance.
• Excessive bubbles.
• Change in colour.
• Sinking ice.

• If your test is positive, keep it.
• Get help! - tell someone you completely trust immediately, such as a trusted friend, bar manager, security staff, medical professional or the police. Show them the test if you have a positive result.
• Ask them to help you leave the venue and get to a safe place/home. Don’t try to get help from, or give your address to, a stranger/someone you have just met! If you are alone, contact a friend or family member for help.
• If you are slipping in and out of conscience or too ill to get home, your trusted person should get you to A&E. Show medical staff the CYD test if you still have it. Arrange for a trusted friend or relative to take you home and stay with you until the drugs have fully left your system.
• Inform the police - it is a crime and this helps authorities track trends and protect others!
• If you are abroad, get help from local medical services or ask a bar or hotel manager to call local
police. You can also find contact details for the British Embassy, High Commission or Consulate
on GOV.UK: https://www.gov.uk/world/Organisations

If you’ve been spiked and have recovered from the immediate symptoms, consider:
• Reporting the Incident: Help authorities track incidents of drink spiking by filing a report with the police.
• Seeking Emotional Support: Being spiked can be traumatic. Talk to someone you trust or a
counselor for emotional support if you feel overwhelmed.

IT'S IMPORTANT TO TRUST YOUR INSTINCTS IF SOMETHING DOESN’T FEEL RIGHT, DON’T HESITATE TO GET HELP. YOUR SAFETY IS THE MOST IMPORTANT CONCERN.