Nimetazepam

Also known as

• 'Erimin-5'.

Description

• 'Erimin-5' is a type of depressant taken orally by the user in tablet form. Depressants are drugs which help a person to calm down and sleep. However, excessive use will lead to harmful effects.

Effects and dangers

• Loss of consciousness

• Distorted judgement, sight and thinking

• Difficulty in speaking, moving and co-ordinating bodily functions

• Poor memory and concentration

Withdrawal symptoms

• Anxiety and jittery feelings

• Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)

• Nausea, vomiting, quickened heart beat, excessive sweating, violent shaking and stomach cramps

• Mental confusion

• Fits

Penalties

Possession of Nimetazepam:

• Up to a maximum of 10 years of imprisonment or a fine of $20,000 or both

Consumption of Nimetazepam: 

• At least 1 year of imprisonment, up to a maximum of 10 years of imprisonment with a maximum fine of $20,000 

Illegal traffic of Nimetazepam:

• At least 2 years of imprisonment and 2 strokes of the cane, up to a maximum of 10 years of imprisonment and 5 strokes of the cane

Illegal import or export of Nimetazepam:

• At least 3 years of imprisonment and 5 strokes of the cane, up to a maximum of 20 years of imprisonment and 15 strokes of the cane