Drug Checking

The Zurich Drug Information Center (DIZ) offers regular drug checkings on site and at parties and festivals.

Drug checking includes a chemical substance analysis for psychoactive, pharmacologically relevant ingredients and a personal consultation. The service is acceptance-oriented, low-threshold, free of charge and is aimed at users of psychoactive substances.

Date

‍Anappointment must be made in advance for drug checking. Further information on registration and the procedure can be found in the offer descriptions.

Consulting

Every substance dispensary is associated with a mandatory consultation. Anonymized data on age, gender and consumption patterns are collected. Only one substance analysis per person and opening day is possible.

Counseling sessions without substance analyses are also possible by phone, email or at our premises outside of drug checking opening hours. Further information on our counseling services can be found here.
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Age

There is no minimum age for us. Minors can also submit a substance for analysis and take advantage of the advice we offer. However, the DIZ is not a place for small children. If you are unable to provide your own care during the DIZ appointment, no substance can be handed in.

Online registration (test phase)
From now on you can also register online for this Drug Checking. Registration is possible 24 hours before the respective Drug Checking. At the moment online appointments can only be made for Tuesday.

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Consulting

Do you use psychoactive substances or medications not prescribed by a doctor?

Are there any construction sites in your everyday life that you would like to change?

Do you need support to achieve your goals and a space where you can also talk openly about your consumption?

Do you live in the city of Zurich and are not older than 35 years?

Then get in touch with us!

Through our specialized expertise, we can provide you with individualized counseling, guidance and/or support as needed.

You can reach us during our Intake opening hours by phone at +41 44 415 76 40 or by email at diz@zuerich.ch.

anonymous - free of charge - flexible - acceptance-oriented.

Are you professionally confronted with the issue of substance use, for example as a social worker, teacher or school principal?

Are there any unanswered questions or concerns in your institution about dealing with psychoactive substances?

Then get in touch with us! We will be happy to support you with your request.

Together we develop tailor-made solutions in the form of workshops or information events and offer consulting for professionals, teams and/or their clientele.

You can reach us during our Intake opening hours by phone at +41 44 415 76 40 or by e-mail at diz@zuerich.ch.

Are you concerned about your partner's substance use?

Are you unsure how to have a conversation with your child about his or her consumption? Do you have the impression that a good friend is no longer in control of his or her consumption?

Call and and let us advise you.

You can reach us during our Intake opening hours by phone at +41 44 415 76 40 or by e-mail at diz@zuerich.ch.

Do you use psychoactive substances or medications not prescribed by a doctor?

Are there any construction sites in your everyday life that you would like to change?

Do you need support to achieve your goals and a space where you can also talk openly about your consumption?

Do you live in the city of Zurich and are not older than 35 years?

Then get in touch with us!

Through our specialized expertise, we can provide you with individualized counseling, guidance and/or support as needed.

You can reach us during our Intake opening hours by phone at +41 44 415 76 40 or by email at diz@zuerich.ch.

anonymous - free of charge - flexible - acceptance-oriented.

Reflection on consumption

Do you have questions about mechanisms of action, substance compositions, extenders, mixed use and possible interactions, or would you like to reflect on your use with a specialist? Then you can make an appointment with us at diz@zuerich.ch or by phone at +41 44 415 76 40.

The offer can also be taken up without substance analysis and outside DIZ opening hours. The consumption reflection is anonymous, free of charge and takes place on Tuesdays from 09 to 12 and Thursdays from 17 to 20.

Online counselling

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Social Counseling

Therapy

Do you want to reduce your substance use or stop completely? Are you looking for outpatient or inpatient therapy? We are happy to support you in finding a suitable solution. You can also find support in your area here.

Are you looking for a suitable inpatient or outpatient therapy for a relative? We will be happy to advise you and work with you to find a suitable solution. You can also find therapy offers in your area here.

Opening hours

Info & Dates

Mobile

City of Zurich

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Testable substances

All substances

Almost all substances

Info & Dates

Can't find a suitable offer for your substance?

If you have any questions about unusual substances, please contact info@saferparty.ch.

Emergency

If you or someone else needs urgent help after taking drugs or alcohol, call an ambulance on 144. Tell the emergency responders everything you know.
It could save lives.

Call 144