HSA raids house of S'pore woman who allegedly vaped on MRT

Caught.

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On Mar. 24, 2025, HSA raided the woman’s residence, where one e-vaporiser and three e-vaporiser pods were found.

HSA has tested that the e-vaporiser pods contain etomidate, which according to HSA is a "potent medicinal ingredient".

The woman is currently assisting HSA in further investigations.

HSA further stated that etomidate is a medicinal ingredient used in clinical practice as an anaesthetic agent, and that it should only be administered under medical supervision.

Adverse effects of etomidate include nausea and vomiting, uncontrollable movement or spasm of muscles, changes to breathing and blood pressure, seizures and psychosis as well as physical dependence.

The purchase, possession and use of e-vaporisers are prohibited in Singapore under the Tobacco (Control of Advertisements and Sale) Act. This includes purchases made through the Internet and from overseas. Offenders can be fined up to $2,000.

Those found possessing or using pods containing etomidate are also liable upon conviction to a maximum penalty of imprisonment for up to two years and/or a fine up to $10,000 under the Poisons Act.

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