The Truth About Rohypnol

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Rohypnol
By Alexia Perrin
Street Names
Ruffies, Roofies, Rophies, Roches, Roaches, La
Rochas, Rope, Rib, Forget Pill, Poor Man's
Quaalude, Whiteys, Trip-and-Fall, Mind Erasers,
Mexican Valium, and Lunch Money (referring to
the drug's low street price)
Long Term Effects
The only long term effects of Rohypnol are
Physical and Physiological Dependence when
used regularly.
Short Term Effects
Relaxation or sedation of the body, risk of sexual
assault, rapid mood swings and violent outburst
of temper, breathing and heart rate slows down,
comas and seizures, vomiting, tremors, memory
loss, or death.
Psychological Side Effects
When Rohypnol enters the blood stream it starts
working in less than 15 minutes and causes
psychological dependence.
Where to Find Help
You can find help at Rohypnol Rehab, and
Rohypnol Treatment centers.
Illegal
Rohypnol is illegal in the US but is legal in 60
countries.