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Instant Damage Effect in Minecraft
Instant Damage status effect in Minecraft: what it does, the Java and Bedrock effect commands and how to remove it.
| Type | Status effect |
|---|
Data checked Nov 6, 2026
Instant Damage is a harmful status effect in Minecraft. Deals damage immediately. You can get it from potions, food, beacons, mobs or commands. This page shows the effect, how to apply it with a command on Java Edition and Bedrock Edition and common questions.
Instant Damage at a glance
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Harmful |
| Effect | Deals damage immediately |
| ID | instant_damage |
Instant Damage command
Java Edition
/effect give @s instant_damage 60 1Bedrock Edition
/effect @s instant_damage 60 1The first number is the duration in seconds and the second is the amplifier, where 0 is level I and 1 is level II. Add true at the end to hide the particles. Build any combination with the effect command generator and clear it with /effect clear @s. The /effect wiki page has the full syntax.
How to get Instant Damage without commands
Look at the potions guide for brewing recipes, and remember that beacons, golden apples, suspicious stew and some mobs also apply effects.
Instant Damage FAQ
What does Instant Damage do in Minecraft?
Deals damage immediately.
What is the Instant Damage effect command?
On Java use /effect give @s instant_damage 60 1. On Bedrock use /effect @s instant_damage 60 1.
How do I remove Instant Damage?
Run /effect clear @s instant_damage on Java, or /effect @s clear on Bedrock, or drink milk.