Genital Herpes HSV1/HSV2 Introduction Genital herpes is a common infection caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). It causes painful blisters on the genitals and the surrounding areas. As genital herpes can be passed to others through intimate sexual contact, it’s often referred to as a sexually transmitted infection (STI). HSV can affect any mucous membrane (moist […]
Read moreChlamydia Introduction Chlamydia is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in the UK. It’s passed on from one person to another through unprotected sex (sex without a condom) and is particularly common in sexually active teenagers and young adults. In 2013, more than 200,000 people tested positive for chlamydia in England. Almost 7 in every […]
Read moreYaba (Crazy medicine, pronounced yar bah) Originally manufactured by the Nazis to help keep their troops awake for days, Yaba has become increasingly popular in the Far East amongst claims that the drug is now bigger than heroin in Thailand. Yaba is a derivative of synthetic amphetamines such as speed and can be manufactured far more quickly and […]
Read moreTemazepam (Tems, Temazzies, Eggs, Green Eggs, Jellies, Norries, Rugby balls.) Temazepam is a short-acting Benzodiazepine. It is normally prescribed to people who have difficulty sleeping, or occasionally to reduce anxiety. Temazepam is produced as a gel-filled capsule, designed to be taken orally. A normal therapeutic dose of temazepam would be 10mg-30mg. If you have a […]
Read moreSpeed (Whizz, billy, sulphate, grudge, dexys, blues, base, etc.) Speed is a stimulant that can keep you awake for hours and jumping around like a nutter. Its effects are like an adrenaline rush – it makes your heart go like the Flying Scotsman on amyl and you feel like you’re bursting with energy and can dance all […]
Read moreSolvents (Fast drying glues and adhesives, assorted paint and petroleum products, lighter fluid, dry-cleaning fluids, assorted aerosol sprays, surgical spirit, cleaners etc.) Solvent abuse involves inhaling the fumes from domestic and industrial products creating a strong intoxication. Traditionally referred to as ‘glue sniffing’, the vast majority of solvent abusers are between the ages of 11-16 and usually male. […]
Read moreRohypnol (Roofies, ‘date-rape’ drug) Rohypnol is a prescription-only sedative that has been used in many ‘date rapes’ in the US, with cases now being reported in Europe and Australia. Rohypnol’s medical use is as a pre-operation anaesthetic or strong sleeping pill, but stronger doses can bring on amnesia. It takes effect very quickly – sometimes as quick […]
Read morePoppers (Amyl nitrite, butyl nitrate, isobutyl nitrite, TNT, liquid gold, rush etc.) Amyl/butyl nitrite (poppers) is a powerful drug that can give you an almighty burst of dizzy energy for a couple of minutes. The rush kicks in immediately, and for a few moments you’ll feel like the bass drum has got inside your head, the […]
Read morePMA, PMMA (Red Mitsubishi, killer, para-methoxyamphetamine, para-methoxymethylamphetamine) Looking like – and usually sold as – an ecstasy tablet, PMA shares the same initial buzz and hallucinogenic qualities of E, but can cause a fatal rise in temperature in some users. Pure PMA is a white powder, but can appear beige, pink, or yellowish on the street. It’s […]
Read moreMethadone (Methadone Mixture, linctus, meth, Physeptone) Methadone Hydrochloride is an opioid (a synthetic opiate) that was originally synthesised by the German pharmaceutical company Axis during the Second World War. It was first marketed as ‘Dolophine’ and was used as an analgesic (a painkiller) for the treatment of severe pain. It is still occasionally used for pain relief, although […]
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