Transcript Date Rape Drugs

Date Rape Drugs
Rohypnol
GHB
Ketamine
Rohypnol (flunitrazepam)
most commonly known as a date-rape
drug, continues to be abused among
teenagers and young adults, usually at
raves and nightclubs.
STREET NAMES
Roofies
Rophies
Roche
Forget-me Pill
Circles
Mexican Valium,
Rib
Roach-2
Roopies
Rope
Ropies
Ruffies
Roaches
Rohypnol
Amnesia is the most common side-effect
of Rohypnol.
Other Side effects
Relaxation or sedation of the
body
Risk of sexual assault
Rapid mood swings and
violent outbursts of temper
Breathing and heart rate slow
down to dangerous levels
Vomiting and headache
Difficulty breathing and
nausea.
Harsh withdrawal symptoms
like insomnia, anxiety, tremors
and sweating.
Memory loss
Comas and seizures
(especially when combined
with amphetamines)
Death
Overdose is a very real possibility when
Rohypnol is combined with alcohol or any
other sedating drug. Rohypnol also
severely impairs a user's ability to drive or
operate machinery.
Rohypnol
Rohypnol may cause users to feel
intoxicated; they may have slurred speech,
impaired judgment, and difficulty walking.
The effects are often felt within 10 minutes
and can last up to 8 hours.
Rohypnol can cause deep sedation,
respiratory distress, and blackouts that
can last up to 24 hours.
Rohypnol
Colorless and odorless
It has been linked to numerous incidents
of sexual assault because it is a fastacting sleeping pill that can be slipped into
a drink and leave the victim with little or no
memory of the incident.
Rohypnol
The drug has been changed to leave
telltale blue floating particles when mixed
with liquids.
If you see these in your drink, do not drink
it.
GHB
odorless and colorless liquid
slightly salty taste
It is classified as a sedative
GHB
used as a general anesthetic in Europe
illegal in the US
it can be slipped into a victim's drink,
causing dizziness, confusion, drowsiness
and sometimes loss of consciousness.
GHB
When GHB is combined with alcohol, it is
especially dangerous because alcohol
increases the effect of the drug
GHB
Before GHB became illegal, it was
marketed to bodybuilders as a product to
release growth hormone and build
muscles.
There is no evidence that it produces this
effect.
GHB was also marketed as an "herbal"
supplement to help with sleep and
depression.
How is GHB Used?
GHB is generally taken in a liquid form,
though it is sometimes found in powder,
tablet, or capsules.
The effects of the drug begin 10 to 20
minutes after taking it and last up to 4
hours.
GHB
Since in its liquid form the strength of GHB
varies, and people's reactions to vary, it is
very easy to take a dangerous dose of this
drug.
Why do people take GHB
GHB can produce hallucinations and
feelings of relaxation and euphoria.
People who use GHB also report feeling
increased energy, feeling affectionate and
sociable, mild disinhibition and enhanced
sexual experience.
Ketamine
Injectable anesthetic
It is most commonly used by veterinarians
on large animals today.
In the 1980s it began to be used
recreationally as an intoxicant.
Ketamine Street Names
Special K
Vitamin K
Cat Valiums
Ketamine
Ketamine is either sold as a dry white
powder or a clear liquid (in its original
pharmaceutical packaging).
The powder is made by drying the liquid.
The residue from this drying process is
then crushed and snorted in small doses
(called bumps).
Ketamine
In rare cases it is injected intramuscularly
or smoked with tobacco or marijuana.
Whether smoked or snorted, the effects
begin in a few minutes and lasts less than
an hour.
Ketamine
In large doses it produces effects in
humans similar to phencyclidine (PCP)
such as dream-like dissociative states and
hallucinations.
It has a number of contradictory effects,
including stimulant, sedative, anesthetic,
and hallucinogenic properties.
Users describe feeling like they are drunk,
stoned, and tripping all at once.
Ketamine
Ketamine can also put users in a state
called a "k-hole" where they become
unable to move or communicate and feel
very far away from their body.
Many users find this frightening and
disturbing.
Ketamine
Because it can render the user unable to
move, it has also been used as a date
rape drug.
Dangerous Side Effects
It is difficult to regulate a "dose" of
ketamine, and there is only a slight
difference in dose between the desired
effects and an overdose.
Ketamine is a depressant at higher doses
and can dangerously reduce heart rate
and respiratory function.
Combining ketamine with other
depressants, like alcohol, valium, or GHB,
can lead to serious medical
consequences.
It can also produce delirium, amnesia,
impaired motor function or depression at
high doses.
Get Help Immediately
Date Rape Drugs leave the body's system
relatively quickly, they are not easily
detected by medical tests.
It is important to tell a medical provider
that you suspect you have been given a
date rape drug so that you can get
appropriate medical help.
Remember that illegal drugs are
produced in underground labs
and you can never be sure what's
in the drug or how strong it is .