Solvents (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 […]
Read moreKetamine (Ketamine Hydrochloride Special K, K, Dorothy) Ketamine is a short-acting general anaesthetic that has hallucinogenic and painkilling qualities that seem to affect people in very different ways. First used as a recreational drug in 1965, ketamine – that’s 2-(2-chlorophenyl)-2-(methylamino)- cyclohexanone chemical fans – most commonly comes as a powder, but can also be seen in liquid and […]
Read morewww.aliveandwell.org The Alive & Well web site provides a comprehensive summary of surprising and sometimes shocking facts about HIV, AIDS and health. This carefully researched data challenges many popular beliefs and assumptions about HIV and stands in stark contrast to most claims about AIDS made in the media. Although much of the information here is omitted from […]
Read moreGHB ( Liquid ecstasy, BDO, GBH, Blue Nitro, Midnight Blue, RenewTrient, Reviarent, SomatoPro, Serenity, Enliven) In the last few years, GHB (gammahydroxybutyrate) has become popular on the rave scene, with users enjoying an alcohol-like high with potent positive sexual effects. GHB is a fairly low toxicity substance with medical and recreational uses. It affects the release of […]
Read moreGBL (Gamma butyrolactone, geeb) GBL (gamma butyrolactone, ‘geeb’) is a clear liquid solvent. It is a prodrug for the illegal substance GHB, which means that the body naturally converts it into GHB. It is sold in the grey market, often as ‘alloy cleaner’ or ‘rust remover’ and smells pretty much like you’d expect an industrial solvent to smell […]
Read moreNitrous Oxide Laughing Gas What is nitrous oxide? Nitrous oxide is a gas with several legitimate uses, but when inhaled it can make people feel euphoric and relaxed. This happy feeling has led to it being nicknamed ‘laughing gas’. Some people also experience hallucinations. However, there is a risk of death as a lack of oxygen can […]
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