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Drug Profile Category -
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What is Alcohol?
Beer, Wine, Liquor		   Liquid distilled product of fermented fruits, grains and vegetables
Used as solvent, antiseptic and sedative
Moderate potential for abuse
Possible Effects   Intoxication
Sensory alteration
Anxiety reduction
Symptoms of Overdose   Staggering
Odor of alcohol on breath
Loss of coordination
Slurred speech, dilated pupils
Fetal alcohol syndrome (in babies)
Nerve and liver damage
Withdrawal Syndrome   Sweating
Tremors
Altered perception
Psychosis, fear, auditory hallucinations
Indications of Possible
Misuse		   Confusion, disorientation, loss of motor nerve control
Convulsions, shock, shallow respiration
Involuntary defecation, drowsiness
Respiratory depression and possible death
     
What are Narcotics?   Drugs used medicinally to relieve pain
High potential for abuse
Cause relaxation with an immediate "rush"
Initial unpleasant effects - restlessness, nausea
Possible Effects   Euphoria
Drowsiness, respiratory depression
Constricted (pin-point) pupils
Symptoms of Overdose   Slow, shallow breathing, clammy skin
Convulsions, coma, possible death
Withdrawal Syndrome   Watery eyes, runny nose, yawning, cramps
Loss of appetite, irritability, nausea
Tremors, panic, chills, sweating
Indications of Possible
Misuse		   Scars (tracks) caused by injections
Constricted (pin-point) pupils
Loss of appetite
Sniffles, watery eyes, cough, nausea
Lethargy, drowsiness, nodding
Syringes, bent spoons, needles, etc.
     
What are Depressants?   Drugs used medicinally to relieve anxiety, irritability, tension
High potential for abuse, development of tolerance
Produce state of intoxication similar to that of alcohol
Combined with alcohol, increase effects, multiply risks
Possible Effects   Sensory alteration, anxiety reduction, intoxication
Small amounts cause calmness, relaxed muscles
Larger amounts cause slurred speech, impaired judgment,
loss of motor coordination
Very large doses may cause respiratory depression, coma, death
Newborn babies of abusers may show dependence, withdrawal
symptoms, behavioral problems, birth defects
Symptoms of Overdose   Shallow respiration, clammy skin, dilated pupils
Weak and rapid pulse, coma, death
Withdrawal Syndrome   Anxiety, insomnia, muscle tremors, loss of appetite
Abrupt cessation or reduced high dose may cause convulsions, delirium, death
Indications of Possible
Misuse		   Behavior similar to alcohol intoxication (without odor of
alcohol on breath)
Staggering, stumbling, lack of coordination, slurred speech
Falling asleep while at work, difficulty concentrating
Dilated pupils
     
What are Stimulants?   Drugs used to increase alertness, relieve fatigue, feel stronger and more decisive; used for euphoric effects or to counteract the "down" felling of tranquilizers or alcohol
Possible Effects   Increased heart and respiratory rates, elevated blood pressure, dilated pupils and decreased appetite; high doses may cause rapid or irregular heartbeat, loss of coordination, collapse; may cause perspiration, blurred vision, dizziness, a feeling of restlessness, anxiety, delusions
Symptoms of Overdose   Agitation, increase in body temperature, hallucinations, convulsions, possible death
Withdrawal Syndrome   Apathy, long periods of sleep, irritability, depression, disorientation
Indications of Possible
Misuse		   Excessive activity, talkativeness, irritability, argumentativeness or nervousness
Increased blood pressure or pulse rate, dilated pupils
Long periods without sleeping or eating
Euphoria
     
Marijuana
What is Cannabis?		   Hemp plant from which marijuana and hashish are produced;
Hashish consists of resinous secretions of the cannabis plant;
Marijuana is a tobacco-like substance
Possible Effects   Euphoria followed by relaxation; loss of appetite; impaired memory, concentration, knowledge retention; loss of coordination; more vivid sense of taste, sight, smell, hearing; stronger doses cause fluctuating emotions, fragmentary thoughts, disoriented behavior, psychosis; may cause irritation to lungs, respiratory system; may cause cancer
Symptoms of Overdose   Fatigue, lack of coordination, paranoia, psychosis
Withdrawal Syndrome   Insomnia, hyperactivity, sometimes decreased appetite
Indications of Possible
Misuse		   Animated behavior, loud talking, followed by sleepiness
Dilated pupils, bloodshot eyes
Distortions in perception; hallucinations
Distortions in depth and time perception; loss of coordination
     
Drug Chart -
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Narcotics      
Drug Dependence How Used Duration

Physical/Psychological
(hours)
Ethyl Alcohol Possible/Possible Oral 1-4
Ethanol Possible/Possible Oral 1-4
       
Opium High/High Oral, smoked 3-6
Morphine High/High Oral, smoked,
injected		 3-6
Codeine Mod./Mod. Oral, injected Oral, injected
Heroin High/High Smoked, injected,
sniffed		 3-6
Hydromorphone High/High Oral, injected 3-6
Meperidine High/High Oral, injected 3-6
Methadone High/High Oral, injected 12-24
       
Depressants      
Drug Dependence How Used Duration
Barbiturates High/mod. Oral 1-16
Methaqualone High/High Oral 4-8
Tranquilizers High/High Oral 4-8
Chloral Hydrate Mod./Mod. Oral 5-8
Glutethimide High/Mod. Oral 4-8
       
Stimulants      
Drug Dependence How Used Duration
Cocaine* Possible/High Sniffed, smoked
injected		 1-2
Amphetamines Possible/High Oral, injected 2-4
Methamphetamine Possible/High Oral, injected 2-4
Phenmetrazine Possible/High Oral, injected 2-4
Methylphenidate Possible/Mod. Oral, injected 2-4
Other Stimulants Possible/High Oral, injected 2-4
Ice, Also know as:
Meth, Crystal, Crank		 High/High Smoked, oral
inject, inhaled		 4-14
       
Hallucinogens      
Drug Dependence How Used Duration
PCP
Angel Dust
Loveboat		 Unknown/High Smoked, oral, Up to days
injected
LSD
Acid
Green/Red Dragon		 None/Unknown Oral 8-12 hrs.
Mescaline, Peyote None/Unknown Oral, injected 8-12 hrs.
Psilocybin None/Unknown Oral, injected,
smoked, sniffed		 Variable
Designer Drugs
Ecstacy - PCE		 Unknown/Unknown Oral, injected,
smoked		 Variable
       
Marijuana      
Drug Dependence How Used Duration
Marijuana Unknown/Moderate Smoked, oral
pot, grass		 2-4
Tetrahydro-
cannabinol		 Unknown/Moderate Smoked, oral 2-4
Hashish Unknown/Moderate Smoked, oral 2-4
Hashish Oil Unknown/Moderate Smoked, oral 2-4
       
*Cocaine, while classified under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) as a narcotic, is also considered as a stimulant.
Did you know that -
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  did you know that - Alcohol
 
  • Alcohol is a depressant that decreases the responses of the central nervous system.
  • As little as two beers or drinks can impair coordination and thinking.
  • Alcohol is often used by substance abusers to enhance the effects of other drugs.
  • Alcohol continues to be the most frequently abused substance among young adults.
  • Excessive drinking can cause liver damage and psychotic behavior.
  did you know that - Cocaine
 
  • A cocaine "high" lasts only about 5 to 20 minutes.
  • Cocaine use may cause severe "mood swings" and irritability.
  • One use can cause death!
  • Possession and use are illegal and can result in fines and arrest.
  did you know that - Crack
 
  • Crack is almost instantly addictive.
  • One use could cause a fatal heart attack.
  • Repeated use may cause insomnia, hallucinations, seizures, paranoia.
  • The euphoric effects of crack last only a few minutes.
  • Crack possession and use are illegal in all fifty states.
  • There are more hospitalizations per year resulting from crack and
    cocaine use than any other illicit substance.
  did you know that - Marijuana
 
  • Marijuana may cause impaired short-term memory, a shortened attention span and delayed reflexes.
  • Marijuana may cause relaxed inhibitions, disoriented behavior.
  • During pregnancy, marijuana may cause birth defects.
  • Marijuana may cause a fast heart rate and pulse.
  • Repeated use of marijuana may cause breathing problems.
  • Possession of marijuana is illegal in all fifty states.
  did you know that - Methamphetamine
 
  • Methamphetamine is extremely addictive - sometimes with just one use!
  • An overdose can cause coma and death
  • When you stop using methamphetamine you may experience a deep depression.
  • Methamphetamine causes a very jittery high, along with anxiety, insomnia, sometimes paranoia.