Depressants
Often referred to as "downers," these drugs slow brain function and include sedatives and tranquilizers. Some drugs in this category, such as Zyprexa, Thorazine and Haldol, are known as "major tranquilizers" and also referred to as "antipsychotics," as they are supposed to reduce the symptoms of mental illness. Some well-known depressant brand and street names are:
DRUG - Benzodiazepines
Brand names:
Xanax
Candy
Valium
Halcion
Librium
Ativan
Street names:
Downers
Sleeping pills
Tranks
Benzos
Klonopin
DRUG - Barbiturates
Brand names:
Amytal
Nembutal
Seconal
Phenobarbital
Street names:
Barbs
Reds
Red birds
Phennies
Tooies
Yellows
Yellow jackets
Short-term effects:
Slow brain function
Sluggishness
Slowed pulse and breathing
Suicidal thoughts
Lowered blood pressure
Confusion
Poor concentration
Fatigue
Slurred speech
Fever
Loss of judgment and coordination
Dizziness
Weight gain
Depression
Long-term effects:
Physical dependence
Withdrawal symptoms for people who stop taking them
Increased risk of high blood sugar, diabetes, and weight gain
OPIOIDS AND MORPHINE DERIVATIVES.
These are generally referred to as narcotics or painkillers.
Some well-known brand and street names are:
DRUG - Codeine
Brand names:
Emperin with Codeine
Captain Cody
Fiorional with Codeine
Robitussin A-C
Tylenol with Codeine
Street names:
Cody
Schoolboy
Doors
Loads
Pancakes & syrup
DRUG - Fentanyl
Brand names:
Actiq
Duragesic
Sublimaze
Street names:
Apache
China girl
China White
Dance fever
Friend
Goodfella
Jackpot
Murder 8
TNT
Tango and Cash
OPIOIDS AND MORPHINE DERIVATIVES. Opium is the dried, condensed juice of a poppy.Morphine is the most addictive part of opium.
A derivative is a substance obtained from another substance.
NARCOTIC: A drug that blunts the senses and can cause addiction.
DRUG - Morphine
Brand names:
Roxanol
Duramorph
Street names:
M
Miss Emma
Monkey
White Stuff
DRUG - Oxycodone HCL
Brand names:
OxyContin
Percocet
Percodan
Street names:
Oxy 80
O.C.
Oxycet
Hillbilly heroin
Percs
Perks
DRUG - Hydrocodone and Acetaminophen
Brand name - Vicodin
Street names:
Vike
Watson-387
DRUG - Meperidine
Brand name - Demerol
Street names:
Hydromophone
demmies
Pain killer
Juice
Dilaudid
Dillies
DRUG - Buprenorphine
Brand name - Suboxone
Street name - Bupe
Short-term effects:
Drowsiness
Slowed breathing
Constipation
Unconsciousness
Nausea
Coma
Confusion
Death (if a large dose)
Long-term effects:
Physical dependence and addiction
Withdrawal symptoms include: restlessness, muscle and bone pain, insomnia, diarrhea, vomiting, and cold flashes with goose bumps ("cold turkey").
ANTIDEPRESSANTS
Any drug used to supposedly treat depression is categorized as an antidepressant. Commonly abused antidepressants include Prozac, Paxil, Celexa, Zoloft, Remeron and Numbutal.
Short-term effects:
Insomnia
Irritability
Nervousness and anxiety
Violent thoughts and actions
Agitation
Suicidal thoughts or suicide
Hallucinations
Tremors
Hostility
Aggression
Violent behavior
Confusion and incoherent thoughts
Mania
Paranoid reactions
Psychosis
Akathisia (a painful inner agitation)
Long-term effects:
Addiction
Paranoia
Anxiety
Irregular heartbeat
Headaches
Hallucinations
STIMULANTS
Also known as "uppers," they are used to increase energy and alertness, but are accompanied by increases in blood pressure, heart rate and breathing. Some of the well-known brand and street names are:
DRUG - Amphetamine
Brand names:
Biphetamine
Dexedrine
Adderall
Street names:
Bennies
Black beauties
Crosses
Hearts
Speed
LA turnaround
Truck drivers
Uppers
Double trouble
Short-term effects:
Increased blood pressure
Increased heart rate, blood sugar and breathing
Nervousness
Feelings of hostility and paranoia if high doses are taken repeatedly over a short time
Long-term effects:
Dangerously high body temperatures (for high doses)
Irregular heartbeat, possible heart failure
Addiction
"SPECIAL K," "ROOFIES" AND OVER-THE-COUNTER DRUGS
Other drugs commonly abused include Ketamine, sold as a prescription anesthetic either in powdered or liquid form. Rohypnol is a tranquilizer about 10 times more potent than Valium. Dextromethorphan is a cough-suppressant found in may over-the-counter cough and cold medications. Some of the well-known brand and street names are:
DRUG - Ketamine
Brand name - Ketalar SV
Street names:
K
Cat Valium
Special K
Vitamin K
DRUG - Flunitrazepam
Brand name - Rohypnol
Street names:
Roofies
Roche
La Rocha
R-2
Mexican valium
Forget-me-pill
Rophies
DRUG - Dextromethorphan(DXM)
Brand names:
Coricidin
Robitussin
Contac
Street names:
CCC
Triple C
Robo
Skittles
Vitamin D
Poor Man's PCP
KETAMINE EFFECTS:
Increased heart rate and blood pressure
Reduced ability to move
Memory loss, numbness
Nausea/vomiting
Hallucinations
Depression
Potentially fatal respiratory problems
Delirium
ROHYPNOL EFFECTS:
Rohypnol users often describe its effects as "paralyzing." The effects start 20-30 minutes after taking the drug, peak within two hours and may persist for eight or even as much as twelve hours.
COUGH SYRUP EFFECTS:
Hallucinations
Hypertension
Insomnia
Lethargy
Dizziness
Slurred speech
Delusions
Sweating
High blood pressure
Liver and brain damage
Mixed with other drugs, cough syrup can cause increased blood pressure, delayed liver damage, and central nervous system and heart problems. Combination with alcohol is particularly dangerous and can result in death.
