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+ | * [[#2C-B (& other 2C-type drugs)|2C-B (& other 2C-type drugs)]] | ||
+ | * [[#Alcohol|Alcohol]] | ||
+ | * [[#Alprazolam|Alprazolam]] | ||
* [[#Amphetamines|Amphetamines]] | * [[#Amphetamines|Amphetamines]] | ||
+ | * [[#AMT|AMT]] | ||
* [[#Anabolic steroids|Anabolic steroids]] | * [[#Anabolic steroids|Anabolic steroids]] | ||
* [[#Benzodiazepines|Benzodiazepines]] | * [[#Benzodiazepines|Benzodiazepines]] | ||
+ | * [[#Betel nut|Betel nut]] | ||
+ | * [[#Buprenorphine|Buprenorphine]] | ||
+ | * [[#BZP|BZP]] | ||
+ | * [[#Caffeine|Caffeine]] | ||
+ | * [[#Citalopram|Citalopram]] | ||
* [[#Cocaine|Cocaine]] | * [[#Cocaine|Cocaine]] | ||
+ | * [[#Codeine|Codeine]] | ||
* [[#Dimethyltryptamine|Dimethyltryptamine]] | * [[#Dimethyltryptamine|Dimethyltryptamine]] | ||
+ | * [[#DXM|DXM]] | ||
* [[#Ecstasy|Ecstasy]] | * [[#Ecstasy|Ecstasy]] | ||
+ | * [[#Gabapentin|Gabapentin]] | ||
* [[#GBL/GHB|GBL/GHB]] | * [[#GBL/GHB|GBL/GHB]] | ||
* [[#Heroin|Heroin]] | * [[#Heroin|Heroin]] | ||
+ | * [[#Hydromorphone|Hydromorphone]] | ||
* [[#Inhalants|Inhalants]] | * [[#Inhalants|Inhalants]] | ||
* [[#Ketamine|Ketamine]] | * [[#Ketamine|Ketamine]] | ||
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* [[#LSD|LSD]] | * [[#LSD|LSD]] | ||
* [[#Marijuana|Marijuana]] | * [[#Marijuana|Marijuana]] | ||
+ | * [[#mCPP|mCPP]] | ||
+ | * [[#MDA|MDA]] | ||
+ | * [[#Mephedrone|Mephedrone]] | ||
+ | * [[#Mescaline|Mescaline]] | ||
+ | * [[#Methadone|Methadone]] | ||
+ | * [[#Methamphetamine|Methamphetamine]] | ||
+ | * [[#Methoxetamine|Methoxetamine]] | ||
+ | * [[#Methylone|Methylone]] | ||
+ | * [[#Methylphenidate|Methylphenidate]] | ||
+ | * [[#Morphine|Morphine]] | ||
+ | * [[#Naltrexone|Naltrexone]] | ||
+ | * [[#New psychoactive substances|New psychoactive substances]] | ||
+ | * [[#Nitrites|Nitrites]] | ||
+ | * [[#Nitrous oxide|Nitrous oxide]] | ||
+ | * [[#NRG-1|NRG-1]] | ||
+ | * [[#Opium|Opium]] | ||
+ | * [[#Oxycodone|Oxycodone]] | ||
+ | * [[#Phenazepam|Phenazepam]] | ||
+ | * [[#Phencyclidine|Phencyclidine]] | ||
+ | * [[#Phenobarbital|Phenobarbital]] | ||
+ | * [[#Piperazines|Piperazines]] | ||
+ | * [[#PMMA/PMA|PMMA/PMA]] | ||
+ | * [[#Psilocybin|Psilocybin]] | ||
+ | * [[#Rohypnol|Rohypnol]] | ||
+ | * [[#Salvia divinorum|Salvia divinorum]] | ||
+ | * [[#Suboxone|Suboxone]] | ||
+ | * [[#Synthetic cannabinoids|Synthetic cannabinoids]] | ||
+ | * [[#TFMPP|TFMPP]] | ||
+ | * [[#Tobacco|Tobacco]] | ||
+ | * [[#Tramadol|Tramadol]] | ||
+ | * [[#Zopiclone|Zopiclone]] | ||
+ | |||
+ | == 2C-B (& other 2C-type drugs) == | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Sought after effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | Effects are similar to, but less intense than, [[LSD]] and [[mushrooms]] - | ||
+ | |||
+ | * senses become distorted - e.g. you may taste things that you can see… | ||
+ | * changes to time, space and meaning, | ||
+ | * [[hallucination]]s, | ||
+ | * altered state of consciousness, | ||
+ | * mild euphoria, | ||
+ | * distortions in the perception of time. | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Undesired effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * unwanted visions and distorted thoughts can be frightening - '[[bad trip]]', | ||
+ | * can negatively affect people who have mental health problems, | ||
+ | * feelings of general discomfort, | ||
+ | * [[nausea]], | ||
+ | * vomiting, | ||
+ | * itching, | ||
+ | * prolonged tensing of muscles and shuddering, | ||
+ | * headaches, | ||
+ | * irritability, | ||
+ | * [[diarrhoea]]. | ||
+ | |||
+ | See [[2C-B (& other 2C-type drugs)]] for further details. | ||
+ | |||
+ | == Alcohol == | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Sought after effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * relaxed feeling, | ||
+ | * enables people to enjoy socialising, | ||
+ | * release pent-up aggression, | ||
+ | * mild intoxication, | ||
+ | * cheerfulness, | ||
+ | * relaxation. | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Undesired effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * weakens bodily control and coordination, | ||
+ | * blurred vision, | ||
+ | * slurred speech, | ||
+ | * decreased sexual performance, | ||
+ | * dehydration, | ||
+ | * disinhibition, | ||
+ | * confusion. | ||
+ | |||
+ | See [[Alcohol]] for further details. | ||
+ | |||
+ | == Alprazolam == | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Sought after effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * relaxation, | ||
+ | * sleepiness, | ||
+ | * occasional mild euphoria (happiness), | ||
+ | * feelings of peace and tranquility, | ||
+ | * relaxation of the body and mind, | ||
+ | * improved sleep. | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Undesired effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * drowsiness, | ||
+ | * dizziness/loss of coordination, | ||
+ | * headaches, | ||
+ | * sometimes mild amnesia, | ||
+ | * problems with speech and coordination, | ||
+ | * feeling dizzy and disoriented, | ||
+ | * poor memory and concentration, | ||
+ | * reduced blood pressure, | ||
+ | * reduced respiration rate. | ||
+ | |||
+ | See [[Alprazolam]] for further details. | ||
== Amphetamines == | == Amphetamines == | ||
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See [[Amphetamines]] for further details. | See [[Amphetamines]] for further details. | ||
+ | |||
+ | == AMT == | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Sought after effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * stimulation, | ||
+ | * mood enhancement, | ||
+ | * empathogenic properties, | ||
+ | * occasional audio and visual experiences. | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Undesired effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * anxiety, | ||
+ | * nervousness, | ||
+ | * blurred vision, | ||
+ | * nausea, | ||
+ | * vomiting (common), | ||
+ | * tension headaches, | ||
+ | * occasional muscular aches. | ||
+ | |||
+ | See [[AMT]] for further details. | ||
== Anabolic steroids == | == Anabolic steroids == | ||
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See [[Benzodiazepines]] for further details. | See [[Benzodiazepines]] for further details. | ||
+ | |||
+ | == Betel nut == | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Sought after effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * mild euphoria, | ||
+ | * greater energy, | ||
+ | * reduced fatigue, | ||
+ | * talkativeness, | ||
+ | * excitability. | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Undesired effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * discolouration of teeth and gums, sometimes turning them reddish-brown, | ||
+ | * mouth ulcers and gum disease, | ||
+ | * oral cancers or sub mucous fibrosis, | ||
+ | * stomach ulcers, | ||
+ | * heart disease. | ||
+ | |||
+ | See [[Betel nut]] for further details. | ||
+ | |||
+ | == Buprenorphine == | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Sought after effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * euphoria, | ||
+ | * reduced anxiety, | ||
+ | * relaxation. | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Undesired effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * drowsiness, | ||
+ | * confusion, | ||
+ | * disorientation. | ||
+ | |||
+ | See [[Buprenorphine]] for further details. | ||
+ | |||
+ | == BZP == | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Sought after effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * similar to amphetamines, | ||
+ | * wakefulness, | ||
+ | * [[euphoria]], | ||
+ | * feelings of being alert, | ||
+ | * full of energy. | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Undesired effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * mild headaches, | ||
+ | * extreme fatigue but inability to sleep, | ||
+ | * nausea, | ||
+ | * vomiting, | ||
+ | * stomach pain, | ||
+ | * dry mouth, | ||
+ | * agitation, | ||
+ | * anxiety, | ||
+ | * irregular heartbeat, | ||
+ | * diarrhoea, | ||
+ | * allergic reactions, | ||
+ | * fever, | ||
+ | * fits. | ||
+ | |||
+ | See [[BZP]] for further information. | ||
+ | |||
+ | == Caffeine == | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Sought after effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * mild stimulation, | ||
+ | * alertness, | ||
+ | * reduces feelings of tiredness. | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Undesired effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * sleeplessness, | ||
+ | * tension, | ||
+ | * palpitations, | ||
+ | * anxiousness. | ||
+ | |||
+ | See [[Caffeine]] for further details. | ||
+ | |||
+ | == Citalopram == | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Sought after effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * relief of anxiety, | ||
+ | * decrease in suicidal thoughts, | ||
+ | * improves general quality of life, | ||
+ | * improvements in mood. | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Undesired effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * sexual dysfunction, | ||
+ | * loss of appetite, | ||
+ | * hypertension, | ||
+ | * sleep disturbances, | ||
+ | * withdrawal, | ||
+ | * dietary restrictions (for maois) | ||
+ | |||
+ | See [[Citalopram]] for further details. | ||
== Cocaine == | == Cocaine == | ||
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See [[Cocaine]] for further details. | See [[Cocaine]] for further details. | ||
+ | |||
+ | == Codeine == | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Sought after effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * good for opiate detox/reduction, | ||
+ | * minor euphoric action, | ||
+ | * less stigmatised (compared to other opiates), | ||
+ | * calmness, | ||
+ | * reduced anxiety, | ||
+ | * relaxation, | ||
+ | * pain relief. | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Undesired effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * very constipating (could be considered positive if suffering from IBS-type symptoms), | ||
+ | * minimum euphoria compared with other options, | ||
+ | * dose conversion is difficult, | ||
+ | * urine tests as morphine/heroin, | ||
+ | * drowsiness, | ||
+ | * confusion, | ||
+ | * disorientation, | ||
+ | * nausea, | ||
+ | * vomiting, | ||
+ | * itching and flushing of the skin. | ||
+ | |||
+ | See [[Codeine]] for further details. | ||
== Dimethyltryptamine == | == Dimethyltryptamine == | ||
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See [[Dimethyltryptamine]] for further details. | See [[Dimethyltryptamine]] for further details. | ||
+ | |||
+ | == DXM == | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Sought after effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * euphoria, | ||
+ | * mood lift, | ||
+ | * increased giggling and laughing, | ||
+ | * dissociation of mind from body, | ||
+ | * creative dream-like experiences, | ||
+ | * increased tactile sensation. | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Undesired effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * vomiting, | ||
+ | * dizziness, | ||
+ | * body itching, | ||
+ | * rash, red blotchy skin, | ||
+ | * diarrhoea, | ||
+ | * fever, | ||
+ | * tachycardia. | ||
+ | |||
+ | See [[DXM]] for further details. | ||
== Ecstasy == | == Ecstasy == | ||
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See [[Ecstasy]] for further details. | See [[Ecstasy]] for further details. | ||
+ | |||
+ | == Gabapentin == | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==== Sought after effects ==== | ||
+ | |||
+ | * improved sociability, | ||
+ | * euphoria, | ||
+ | * relaxation, | ||
+ | * a sense of calm, | ||
+ | * cannabis-like high. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==== Undesired effects ==== | ||
+ | |||
+ | * drowsiness, | ||
+ | * sedation, | ||
+ | * respiratory depression, | ||
+ | * death, | ||
+ | * vomiting, | ||
+ | * nausea, | ||
+ | * flatulence, | ||
+ | * constipation or diarrhoea, | ||
+ | * poor muscle control, | ||
+ | * visual disturbances. | ||
+ | |||
+ | See [[Gabapentin]] for further details. | ||
== GBL/GHB == | == GBL/GHB == | ||
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* short-term memory loss. | * short-term memory loss. | ||
− | See [[GBL/GHB]] for further details. | + | See [[GBL / GHB]] for further details. |
== Heroin == | == Heroin == | ||
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See [[Heroin]] for further details. | See [[Heroin]] for further details. | ||
+ | |||
+ | == Hydromorphone == | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Sought after effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * intense pleasure, | ||
+ | * physical relaxation and decreased tension, | ||
+ | * decreased anxiety and worry, | ||
+ | * increased sleepiness. | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Undesired effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * nausea, | ||
+ | * vomiting, | ||
+ | * constipation, | ||
+ | * headache, | ||
+ | * insomnia, | ||
+ | * decreased appetite, | ||
+ | * feeling lightheaded or dizzy, | ||
+ | * increased sweating, | ||
+ | * hyperalgesia, or worsening pain, | ||
+ | * anxiety, | ||
+ | * depression. | ||
+ | |||
+ | See [[Hydromorphone]] for further details. | ||
== Inhalants == | == Inhalants == | ||
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See [[Marijuana]] for further details. | See [[Marijuana]] for further details. | ||
+ | |||
+ | == mCPP == | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Sought after effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * sense of euphoria, | ||
+ | * feelings of empathy. | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Undesired effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * raised blood pressure, | ||
+ | * raised body temperature, | ||
+ | * 'comedown' (usually depressed and tired feeling) as effects wear off. | ||
+ | |||
+ | See [[mCPP]] for further details. | ||
+ | |||
+ | == MDA == | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Sought after effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * visual hallucinations, | ||
+ | * euphoria, | ||
+ | * heightened feelings of intimacy. | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Undesired effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * anxiety, | ||
+ | * panic attacks, | ||
+ | * sweating. | ||
+ | |||
+ | See [[MDA]] for further details. | ||
+ | |||
+ | == Mephedrone == | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Sought after effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | Effects have been noted as similar to cocaine and MDMA | ||
+ | |||
+ | * feelings of happiness, | ||
+ | * wakefulness, | ||
+ | * sociable. | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Undesired effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * 'comedown' (usually depressed and tired feeling) as effects wear off, | ||
+ | * anxiety. | ||
+ | |||
+ | See [[Mephedrone]] for further details. | ||
+ | |||
+ | == Mescaline == | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Sought after effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * feelings of interconnectedness, | ||
+ | * spiritual events, | ||
+ | * euphoria, | ||
+ | * increased sensitivity to touch, | ||
+ | * increased sense of smell, | ||
+ | * music enhancement, | ||
+ | * increased persistence of vision. | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Undesired effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * nausea, | ||
+ | * vomiting, | ||
+ | * unwanted spiritual experiences, | ||
+ | * tension, | ||
+ | * anxiety, | ||
+ | * intense feelings of dread and doom. | ||
+ | |||
+ | See [[Mescaline]] for further details. | ||
+ | |||
+ | == Methadone == | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Sought after effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * long-lasting and smooth action, | ||
+ | * prevents heroin withdrawal symptoms. | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Undesired effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * none of the pleasurable effects attributed to recreational opiate use, | ||
+ | * light-headedness, | ||
+ | * dizziness, | ||
+ | * sweating, | ||
+ | * dry mouth, | ||
+ | * nausea, | ||
+ | * vomiting, | ||
+ | * drowsiness. | ||
+ | |||
+ | See [[Methadone]] for further details. | ||
+ | |||
+ | == Methamphetamine == | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Sought after effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * euphoria, | ||
+ | * increased energy, | ||
+ | * talkativeness, | ||
+ | * heightened libido, | ||
+ | * increased alertness, | ||
+ | * concentration, | ||
+ | * enhance self-esteem, | ||
+ | * appetite suppressant. | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Undesired effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * panicky, | ||
+ | * obsessive, | ||
+ | * excessive sweating, | ||
+ | * sexually irresponsible, | ||
+ | * irritability, | ||
+ | * paranoia, | ||
+ | * confusion, | ||
+ | * diarrhoea, | ||
+ | * nausea, | ||
+ | * loss of appetite, | ||
+ | * insomnia, | ||
+ | * tremors, | ||
+ | * jaw-clenching, | ||
+ | * agitation, | ||
+ | * talkativeness. | ||
+ | |||
+ | See [[Methamphetamine]] for further details. | ||
+ | |||
+ | == Methoxetamine == | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Sought after effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * distortion of senses, | ||
+ | * dissociative state (feeling of detachment from the body and the wider world), | ||
+ | * euphoria, | ||
+ | * warmth and detachment, | ||
+ | * calmness, | ||
+ | * reduced anxiety. | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Undesired effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * blurred vision, | ||
+ | * sometimes nausea and headaches, | ||
+ | * may cause memory problems if used long-term. | ||
+ | |||
+ | See [[Methoxetamine]] for further details. | ||
+ | |||
+ | == Methylone == | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Sought after effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * euphoria, | ||
+ | * stimulation, | ||
+ | * feeling of 'one-ness', | ||
+ | * empathy. | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Undesired effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * muscle tension, | ||
+ | * nausea and vomiting, | ||
+ | * increased heart rate, | ||
+ | * dizziness and confusion, | ||
+ | * teeth-grinding ('gurning'). | ||
+ | |||
+ | See [[Methylone]] for further details | ||
+ | |||
+ | == Methylphenidate == | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Sought after effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * increased alertness, | ||
+ | * euphoria, | ||
+ | * increased motivation, | ||
+ | * abundance of energy. | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Undesired effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * increased body temperature, | ||
+ | * tachycardia, | ||
+ | * hypertension, | ||
+ | * dehydration, | ||
+ | * paranoia, | ||
+ | * racing thoughts, | ||
+ | * insomnia. | ||
+ | |||
+ | See [[Methylphenidate]] for further details. | ||
+ | |||
+ | == Morphine == | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Sought after effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * very effective painkiller (often the only effective pain relief for chronic pain syndromes), | ||
+ | * wide range of formulations available, | ||
+ | * euphoria, | ||
+ | * relaxation, | ||
+ | * decreased anxiety. | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Undesired effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * large dose usually required, | ||
+ | * short-acting, | ||
+ | * very 'prickly' when injected, | ||
+ | * dose increases usually required (variable 'ceiling' dose), | ||
+ | * doctors often reluctant to prescribe, | ||
+ | * sweating, | ||
+ | * nausea, | ||
+ | * vomiting, | ||
+ | * drowsiness, | ||
+ | * respiratory depression, | ||
+ | * constipation. | ||
+ | |||
+ | See [[Morphine]] for further details. | ||
+ | |||
+ | == Naltrexone == | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Sought after effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * least painful detox yet, | ||
+ | * symptoms abate very quickly. | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Undesired effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * cost, | ||
+ | * [[NHS]] licensing in most cases when medicated. | ||
+ | |||
+ | See [[Naltrexone]] for further details. | ||
+ | |||
+ | == New psychoactive substances == | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Sought after effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * Varied. Many substances will have [[stimulant]] or hallucinogenic effects or a combination of both. | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Undesired effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * Varied. See individual substances for more information, if available. | ||
+ | |||
+ | See [[New psychoactive substances]] for further details. | ||
+ | |||
+ | == Nitrites == | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Sought after effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * short intense rush, | ||
+ | * intense exhilaration, | ||
+ | * you get a huge rush of blood to the head - like you're hanging upside down or something, | ||
+ | * if you're having sex, it increases all the good feelings every touch feels much nicer than normal, | ||
+ | * you might feel light-headed, giddy, or just really hot, | ||
+ | * some people feel like time has slowed down. | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Undesired effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * dizziness, | ||
+ | * flushing, | ||
+ | * nausea, | ||
+ | * vomiting, | ||
+ | * headache, | ||
+ | * disorientation, | ||
+ | * fainting, | ||
+ | * erection difficulties, | ||
+ | * sore throat, | ||
+ | * painful eyes, | ||
+ | * nasty skin rash. | ||
+ | |||
+ | See [[Nitrites]] for further details. | ||
+ | |||
+ | == Nitrous oxide == | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Sought after effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * relaxation, | ||
+ | * mild euphoria (often giggling), | ||
+ | * head rush/light headedness. | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Undesired effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * headaches, | ||
+ | * nausea. | ||
+ | * mood swings, | ||
+ | * excessive use can cause breathing difficulties and heart problems, | ||
+ | * it makes you clumsier than a drunk clown, lots of people fall over and hurt themselves, | ||
+ | * it can make you feel like you're going to vomit, especially if you mix it with alcohol, | ||
+ | * some people get an instant headache of epic proportions, | ||
+ | * too much can make you faint. | ||
+ | |||
+ | See [[Nitrous oxide]] for further details. | ||
+ | |||
+ | == NRG-1 == | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Sought after effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * excitable, | ||
+ | * wakefulness, | ||
+ | * increased awareness of surroundings, | ||
+ | * stimulation, | ||
+ | * prolonged wakefulness, | ||
+ | * alertness, | ||
+ | * urge to talk. | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Undesired effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * insomnia, | ||
+ | * lack of appetite and concentration, | ||
+ | * memory problems with frequent use. | ||
+ | |||
+ | See [[NRG-1]] for further details. | ||
+ | |||
+ | == Opium == | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Sought after effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * calm, | ||
+ | * drowsy, | ||
+ | * dreamy state of mind, | ||
+ | * initial stimulation, | ||
+ | * enhanced imagination, | ||
+ | * euphoria, | ||
+ | * relaxation, | ||
+ | * decreased anxiety, | ||
+ | * sleep. | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Undesired effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | In normal sized doses - | ||
+ | |||
+ | * nausea, | ||
+ | * vomiting, | ||
+ | * drowsiness, | ||
+ | * decreased heart-rate, | ||
+ | * shallow breathing. | ||
+ | |||
+ | In large doses - | ||
+ | |||
+ | * headaches, | ||
+ | * constipation, | ||
+ | * nausea. | ||
+ | |||
+ | See [[Opium]] for further details. | ||
+ | |||
+ | == Oxycodone == | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Sought after effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * euphoria, | ||
+ | * pain relief, | ||
+ | * perceptions of less physical pain, | ||
+ | * euphoria, | ||
+ | * release of muscular tension, | ||
+ | * mental calm or relaxation. | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Undesired effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * nausea, | ||
+ | * constipation, | ||
+ | * CNS depression, | ||
+ | * drowsiness, | ||
+ | * sweating, | ||
+ | * dizziness, | ||
+ | * vomiting, | ||
+ | * slowed or difficult breathing, | ||
+ | * confusion, | ||
+ | * alternating periods of sleep and consciousness. | ||
+ | |||
+ | See [[Oxycodone]] for further details. | ||
+ | |||
+ | == Phenazepam == | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Sought after effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | At low doses - | ||
+ | |||
+ | * relaxing, | ||
+ | * helps with sleep, | ||
+ | * relaxation, | ||
+ | * relief of tension, | ||
+ | * relief of anxiety. | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Undesired effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | At higher doses - | ||
+ | |||
+ | * dizziness | ||
+ | * loss of memory (can be very profound at high doses), | ||
+ | * loss of coordination, | ||
+ | * drowsiness, | ||
+ | * light-headedness, | ||
+ | * confusion, | ||
+ | * forgetfulness, | ||
+ | * hiccups. | ||
+ | |||
+ | See [[Phenazepam]] for further details. | ||
+ | |||
+ | == Phencyclidine == | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Sought after effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * relaxation, | ||
+ | * disinhibition, | ||
+ | * [[hallucinations]]. | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Undesired effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * decreased sensitivity to pain, | ||
+ | * drowsiness, | ||
+ | * dizziness, | ||
+ | * numbness, | ||
+ | * loss of coordination, | ||
+ | * confusion, | ||
+ | * [[hallucinations]], | ||
+ | * dissociation ('out-of-the-body' feelings). | ||
+ | |||
+ | See [[Phencyclidine]] for further details. | ||
+ | |||
+ | == Phenobarbital == | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Sought after effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * euphoric feelings, | ||
+ | * reduced inhibition, | ||
+ | * feelings of calm/relaxation, | ||
+ | * increased ability to sleep. | ||
+ | |||
+ | See [[Phenobarbital]] for further details. | ||
+ | |||
+ | == Piperazines == | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Sought after effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==== BZP - similar to amphetamines ==== | ||
+ | |||
+ | * wakefulness, | ||
+ | * euphoria. | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Undesired effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==== BZP ==== | ||
+ | |||
+ | * mild headaches, | ||
+ | * fatigue, | ||
+ | * insomnia, | ||
+ | * nausea, | ||
+ | * vomiting, | ||
+ | * stomach pain, | ||
+ | * dry mouth, | ||
+ | * agitation, | ||
+ | * anxiety, | ||
+ | * irregular heartbeat, | ||
+ | * diarrhoea, | ||
+ | * allergic reactions, | ||
+ | * fever, | ||
+ | * fits. | ||
+ | |||
+ | See [[Piperazines]] for further details. | ||
+ | |||
+ | == PMMA/PMA == | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Sought after effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * increase in energy, | ||
+ | * minor visuals. | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Undesired effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * hallucinations, | ||
+ | * convulsions, | ||
+ | * respiratory distress. | ||
+ | |||
+ | See [[PMMA/PMA]] for further details. | ||
+ | |||
+ | == Psilocybin == | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Sought after effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * senses become distorted, | ||
+ | * changes to time, space and meaning - 'trips' can be ecstatic experiences, | ||
+ | * at low doses, they can make you laugh like a hyena, | ||
+ | * they distort all your senses and merge them together - you can hear the colour red, see the sound of laughter, | ||
+ | * you have lots of deep and meaningful thoughts about the universe, and just feel a general brilliant insight into life, | ||
+ | * time tends to pass more slowly, minutes seem like hours. Everything feels like a dream, | ||
+ | * you feel really happy, calm, and generally tripped-out, | ||
+ | * at higher dosages, you can have full-blown hallucinations, similar to an LSD trip, or see things even when your eyes are closed. If you see nice things, you generally have a fab time, | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Undesired effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * distortions or 'trips' like frightening paranoid nightmares, | ||
+ | * can negatively affect people who have mental health problems, | ||
+ | * what if you pick the wrong mushroom?! The biggest danger of magic mushrooms is eating a poisonous one by mistake, | ||
+ | * you can get a crippling stomach ache and feel sick; some lucky users also get a bad dose of diarrhoea, | ||
+ | * if you have a bad trip, you could be stuck with intense feelings of sheer terror until the drug wears off, | ||
+ | * having a distorted view of reality can be pretty dangerous if you're trying to cross a road, or similar, | ||
+ | * some users get a pretty bad headache that lasts for days afterwards. | ||
+ | |||
+ | See [[Psilocybin]] for further details. | ||
+ | |||
+ | == Rohypnol == | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Sought after effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * relaxing, | ||
+ | * sleepy, | ||
+ | * reduced anxiety. | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Undesired effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * aggressive behaviour, | ||
+ | * deep and intense memory loss, | ||
+ | * complete loss of movement and lack of coordination potentially leaving users very vulnerable. | ||
+ | |||
+ | See [[Rohypnol]] for further details. | ||
+ | |||
+ | == Salvia divinorum == | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Sought after effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * [[hallucinations]], | ||
+ | * giggling, | ||
+ | * reminiscence (bringing back happy memories), | ||
+ | * can cause powerful hallucinations where you perceive other dimensions or experience alternate realities, | ||
+ | * some people report a loss of physical coordination with trouble walking or standing, | ||
+ | * uncontrollable laughter, usually at the beginning of the trip, | ||
+ | * headaches can come on as salvia starts to wear off. | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Undesired effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * sometimes scary distortions to senses. | ||
+ | |||
+ | See [[Salvia divinorum]] for further details. | ||
+ | |||
+ | == Suboxone == | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Sought after effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * long-lasting, | ||
+ | * less drowsy than methadone, | ||
+ | * forces user into full withdrawal, | ||
+ | * euphoria, | ||
+ | * reduced anxiety, | ||
+ | * relaxation, | ||
+ | * feelings of euphoria, | ||
+ | * feelings of calm and well-being, | ||
+ | * reduced sensations of physical pain, | ||
+ | * reduced cravings for other opiates. | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Undesired effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * none of the pleasurable effects attributed to recreational opiate use, | ||
+ | * cannot use heroin or other opiates on top, | ||
+ | * headache, | ||
+ | * nausea, | ||
+ | * insomnia, | ||
+ | * sweating. | ||
+ | |||
+ | See [[Suboxone]] for further details. | ||
+ | |||
+ | == Synthetic cannabinoids == | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Sought after effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * happy and relaxed (in moderate doses), | ||
+ | * synesthetic (one type of stimulation evokes the sensation of another sense) effects. | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Undesired effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * drowsiness, | ||
+ | * problems with coordination, | ||
+ | * [[paranoia]] and forgetfulness is possible but not known change whether it exists for all these chemicals, | ||
+ | * dose/potency concerns. | ||
+ | |||
+ | See [[Synthetic cannabinoids]] for further details. | ||
+ | |||
+ | == TFMPP == | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Sought after effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * mildly hallucinogenic - i.e. changes the way your brain sees things (when used alone at higher doses), | ||
+ | * in combination with [[BZP]], similar to [[MDMA]] ([[ecstasy]]). | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Undesired effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * migraines, | ||
+ | * muscle pain, | ||
+ | * nausea, | ||
+ | * insomnia. | ||
+ | |||
+ | See [[TFMPP]] for further details. | ||
+ | |||
+ | == Tobacco == | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==== Sought after effects ==== | ||
+ | |||
+ | * satisfies cravings, | ||
+ | * can give a sense of stress relief, | ||
+ | * oral comfort, | ||
+ | * reduced anxiety, | ||
+ | * relaxation. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==== Undesired effects ==== | ||
+ | |||
+ | * dizziness, | ||
+ | * nausea, | ||
+ | * increased pulse rate and blood pressure. | ||
+ | |||
+ | See [[Tobacco]] for further details. | ||
+ | |||
+ | == Tramadol == | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==== Sought after effects ==== | ||
+ | |||
+ | * relaxation, | ||
+ | * sleepiness, | ||
+ | * pain relief, | ||
+ | * mild euphoria, | ||
+ | * warmth, | ||
+ | * well-being. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==== Undesired effects ==== | ||
+ | |||
+ | * dizziness, | ||
+ | * nausea, | ||
+ | * constipation, | ||
+ | * dry mouth, | ||
+ | * headaches, | ||
+ | * sleepiness, | ||
+ | * sweating, | ||
+ | * tiredness, | ||
+ | * vomiting. | ||
+ | |||
+ | See [[Tramadol]] for further details. | ||
+ | |||
+ | == Zopiclone == | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Sought after effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * relaxation, | ||
+ | * euphoria, | ||
+ | * sleepiness. | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Undesired effects === | ||
+ | |||
+ | * amnesia, | ||
+ | * depression, | ||
+ | * cognitive impairment (confusion). | ||
+ | |||
+ | See [[Zopiclone]] for further details. | ||
+ | |||
+ | |||
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- 2C-B (& other 2C-type drugs)
- Alcohol
- Alprazolam
- Amphetamines
- AMT
- Anabolic steroids
- Benzodiazepines
- Betel nut
- Buprenorphine
- BZP
- Caffeine
- Citalopram
- Cocaine
- Codeine
- Dimethyltryptamine
- DXM
- Ecstasy
- Gabapentin
- GBL/GHB
- Heroin
- Hydromorphone
- Inhalants
- Ketamine
- Khat
- Kratom
- LSD
- Marijuana
- mCPP
- MDA
- Mephedrone
- Mescaline
- Methadone
- Methamphetamine
- Methoxetamine
- Methylone
- Methylphenidate
- Morphine
- Naltrexone
- New psychoactive substances
- Nitrites
- Nitrous oxide
- NRG-1
- Opium
- Oxycodone
- Phenazepam
- Phencyclidine
- Phenobarbital
- Piperazines
- PMMA/PMA
- Psilocybin
- Rohypnol
- Salvia divinorum
- Suboxone
- Synthetic cannabinoids
- TFMPP
- Tobacco
- Tramadol
- Zopiclone
2C-B (& other 2C-type drugs)
Sought after effects
Effects are similar to, but less intense than, LSD and mushrooms -
- senses become distorted - e.g. you may taste things that you can see…
- changes to time, space and meaning,
- hallucinations,
- altered state of consciousness,
- mild euphoria,
- distortions in the perception of time.
Undesired effects
- unwanted visions and distorted thoughts can be frightening - 'bad trip',
- can negatively affect people who have mental health problems,
- feelings of general discomfort,
- nausea,
- vomiting,
- itching,
- prolonged tensing of muscles and shuddering,
- headaches,
- irritability,
- diarrhoea.
See 2C-B (& other 2C-type drugs) for further details.
Alcohol
Sought after effects
- relaxed feeling,
- enables people to enjoy socialising,
- release pent-up aggression,
- mild intoxication,
- cheerfulness,
- relaxation.
Undesired effects
- weakens bodily control and coordination,
- blurred vision,
- slurred speech,
- decreased sexual performance,
- dehydration,
- disinhibition,
- confusion.
See Alcohol for further details.
Alprazolam
Sought after effects
- relaxation,
- sleepiness,
- occasional mild euphoria (happiness),
- feelings of peace and tranquility,
- relaxation of the body and mind,
- improved sleep.
Undesired effects
- drowsiness,
- dizziness/loss of coordination,
- headaches,
- sometimes mild amnesia,
- problems with speech and coordination,
- feeling dizzy and disoriented,
- poor memory and concentration,
- reduced blood pressure,
- reduced respiration rate.
See Alprazolam for further details.
Amphetamines
Sought after effects
- increased energy,
- increased sex drive,
- euphoria (intense happiness) at higher doses,
- alertness,
- confidence.
Undesired effects
- reduced appetite,
- restlessness,
- loss of coordination (at higher doses),
- insomnia,
- loss of appetite,
- dry mouth.
See Amphetamines for further details.
AMT
Sought after effects
- stimulation,
- mood enhancement,
- empathogenic properties,
- occasional audio and visual experiences.
Undesired effects
- anxiety,
- nervousness,
- blurred vision,
- nausea,
- vomiting (common),
- tension headaches,
- occasional muscular aches.
See AMT for further details.
Anabolic steroids
Sought after effects
- assists the male sexual function,
- enhances libido,
- increases production of red blood cells (good for building muscles),
- enhanced muscle mass,
- enhanced performance,
- greater physical definition.
Undesired effects
- high blood pressure,
- liver damage (especially tablet form),
- can reduce testicle size,
- inability to get an erection,
- sterility/impotence,
- shrinking and hardening of testicles,
- breast enlargement,
- enlarged clitoris,
- disruption to menstrual cycle,
- growth of facial hair,
- acne,
- deepening of the voice.
See Anabolic_Steroids for further details.
Benzodiazepines
Sought after effects
- calm and relaxed,
- induces long periods of sleep,
- relaxation,
- reduced anxiety,
- euphoria.
Undesired effects
- short-term memory loss,
- reduced mental alertness,
- anxiety,
- drowsiness,
- light-headedness,
- loss of coordination,
- confusion.
See Benzodiazepines for further details.
Betel nut
Sought after effects
- mild euphoria,
- greater energy,
- reduced fatigue,
- talkativeness,
- excitability.
Undesired effects
- discolouration of teeth and gums, sometimes turning them reddish-brown,
- mouth ulcers and gum disease,
- oral cancers or sub mucous fibrosis,
- stomach ulcers,
- heart disease.
See Betel nut for further details.
Buprenorphine
Sought after effects
- euphoria,
- reduced anxiety,
- relaxation.
Undesired effects
- drowsiness,
- confusion,
- disorientation.
See Buprenorphine for further details.
BZP
Sought after effects
- similar to amphetamines,
- wakefulness,
- euphoria,
- feelings of being alert,
- full of energy.
Undesired effects
- mild headaches,
- extreme fatigue but inability to sleep,
- nausea,
- vomiting,
- stomach pain,
- dry mouth,
- agitation,
- anxiety,
- irregular heartbeat,
- diarrhoea,
- allergic reactions,
- fever,
- fits.
See BZP for further information.
Caffeine
Sought after effects
- mild stimulation,
- alertness,
- reduces feelings of tiredness.
Undesired effects
- sleeplessness,
- tension,
- palpitations,
- anxiousness.
See Caffeine for further details.
Citalopram
Sought after effects
- relief of anxiety,
- decrease in suicidal thoughts,
- improves general quality of life,
- improvements in mood.
Undesired effects
- sexual dysfunction,
- loss of appetite,
- hypertension,
- sleep disturbances,
- withdrawal,
- dietary restrictions (for maois)
See Citalopram for further details.
Cocaine
Sought after effects
- sense of euphoria,
- increased wakefulness,
- increased confidence,
- exhilaration,
- elation.
Undesired effects
- anxiety,
- increased chance of stroke and heart attack,
- 'comedown' (usually depressed and tired feeling) as effects wear off,
- insomnia,
- loss of appetite,
- tension,
- aggression.
See Cocaine for further details.
Codeine
Sought after effects
- good for opiate detox/reduction,
- minor euphoric action,
- less stigmatised (compared to other opiates),
- calmness,
- reduced anxiety,
- relaxation,
- pain relief.
Undesired effects
- very constipating (could be considered positive if suffering from IBS-type symptoms),
- minimum euphoria compared with other options,
- dose conversion is difficult,
- urine tests as morphine/heroin,
- drowsiness,
- confusion,
- disorientation,
- nausea,
- vomiting,
- itching and flushing of the skin.
See Codeine for further details.
Dimethyltryptamine
Sought after effects
- visual perception (seeing bright colours, geometric shapes, 'soft edge' to objects),
- intense dreams,
- change in self-perception and identity (disconnection from senses when sought),
- changes in consciousness,
- distorted reality.
Undesired effects
- hallucinations can become frightening (overly intense),
- sense of disconnection from self,
- effect/comedown can be rapid and abrupt,
- disorientation,
- increased heart rate,
- increased blood pressure,
- nausea,
- vomiting.
See Dimethyltryptamine for further details.
DXM
Sought after effects
- euphoria,
- mood lift,
- increased giggling and laughing,
- dissociation of mind from body,
- creative dream-like experiences,
- increased tactile sensation.
Undesired effects
- vomiting,
- dizziness,
- body itching,
- rash, red blotchy skin,
- diarrhoea,
- fever,
- tachycardia.
See DXM for further details.
Ecstasy
Sought after effects
- sense of euphoria,
- feelings of empathy or emotional understanding in and between individuals,
- exhilaration,
- energy.
Undesired effects
- raised blood pressure,
- raised body temperature,
- 'comedown' (usually depressed and tired feeling) as effects wear off,
- sweating,
- nausea,
- vomiting,
- nystagmus,
- dehydration,
- confusion,
- anxiety.
See Ecstasy for further details.
Gabapentin
Sought after effects
- improved sociability,
- euphoria,
- relaxation,
- a sense of calm,
- cannabis-like high.
Undesired effects
- drowsiness,
- sedation,
- respiratory depression,
- death,
- vomiting,
- nausea,
- flatulence,
- constipation or diarrhoea,
- poor muscle control,
- visual disturbances.
See Gabapentin for further details.
GBL/GHB
Sought after effects
- uninhibited,
- mild euphoria,
- relaxed feeling,
- aids sleep,
- a supplement for body building.
Undesired effects
- loss of body control - effects similar to alcohol which can last for several hours,
- feeling sick and being sick,
- numb muscle and disorientation,
- seizures and collapse,
- psychosis and severe agitation,
- tachycardia,
- delirium,
- auditory and visual hallucinations,
- paranoia ,
- dizziness,
- short-term memory loss.
See GBL / GHB for further details.
Heroin
Sought after effects
- powerful euphoriant,
- relaxing effects,
- feelings of wellbeing and freedom from worry,
- intense rush,
- exhilaration,
- decreased anxiety.
Undesired effects
- nausea,
- loss of balance,
- overdose can be fatal,
- vomiting,
- drowsiness,
- decreased heart-rate,
- shallow breathing,
- coma.
See Heroin for further details.
Hydromorphone
Sought after effects
- intense pleasure,
- physical relaxation and decreased tension,
- decreased anxiety and worry,
- increased sleepiness.
Undesired effects
- nausea,
- vomiting,
- constipation,
- headache,
- insomnia,
- decreased appetite,
- feeling lightheaded or dizzy,
- increased sweating,
- hyperalgesia, or worsening pain,
- anxiety,
- depression.
See Hydromorphone for further details.
Inhalants
Sought after effects
- dreaminess,
- relaxed,
- fits of giggles (with laughing gas),
- intoxication,
- disinhibition,
- reduced anxiety.
Undesired effects
- can experience vomiting and blackouts,
- mood swings,
- aggressive behaviour and hallucinations,
- potential breathing problems with chronic use,
- memory impairment,
- solvents and glue often perceived as a 'losers habit' in many circles,
- confusion,
- drowsiness,
- loss of coordination,
- slurred speech,
- nausea,
- visual disturbance.
See Inhalants for further details.
Ketamine
Sought after effects
- sense of euphoria,
- pain relieving,
- a feeling that mind is separate from the body - described as a floating feeling.
Undesired effects
- causes loss of coordination,
- numbness in limbs,
- higher doses can cause an 'out-of-body' experience - the 'K hole,
- drowsiness,
- dizziness,
- confusion,
- hallucinations.
See Ketamine for further details.
Khat
Sought after effects
- euphoric high accompanied by a sensation down the spine and through the body,
- talkative,
- mild euphoria,
- mild excitement,
- alertness,
- excitement,
- dilated pupils.
Undesired effects
- It can cause excessive sleepiness and depression,
- insomnia,
- loss of appetite,
- dry mouth,
- hyperactivity,
- constipation.
See Khat for further details.
Kratom
Sought after effects
- simultaneous stimulation and sedation,
- feelings of empathy,
- feelings of euphoria,
- aphrodisiac qualities for some people,
- vivid waking dreams,
- increases sociability and talkativeness.
Undesired effects
- mild depression during and/or after,
- increase in (perceived) body temperature (feel hot and sweaty),
- desire to repeat experience more frequently than intended, can lead to addiction,
- tolerance building quickly after a few days in a row of repeated use, tolerance to effects reduces with a one to three days of abstinence,
- psychosis,
- convulsions,
- hallucinations.
See Kratom for further details.
LSD
Sought after effects
- effects similar to magic mushrooms,
- senses become distorted,
- perceptual changes to time, space and meaning,
- hallucinations,
- hilarity.
Undesired effects
- distortions can be frightening - 'bad trip',
- can negatively affect people who have mental health problems,
- confusion,
- disorientation,
- loss of coordination,
- distortions in time and space.
See LSD for further details.
Marijuana
Sought after effects
- mellow, calm feeling,
- sense of well-being,
- changes in senses, especially eating hash cakes,
- often thought of as an aphrodisiac,
- stimulates appetite,
- pain killer (analgesic),
- relaxation,
- euphoria,
- hilarity.
Undesired effects
- increase in pulse rate,
- drop in blood pressure,
- sense of lethargy,
- concerns about the effect on the mental health of the young,
- can affect short term memory,
- can affect coordination,
- anxiety,
- paranoia,
- confusion,
- low blood pressure,
- short term memory loss,
- increased appetite.
See Marijuana for further details.
mCPP
Sought after effects
- sense of euphoria,
- feelings of empathy.
Undesired effects
- raised blood pressure,
- raised body temperature,
- 'comedown' (usually depressed and tired feeling) as effects wear off.
See mCPP for further details.
MDA
Sought after effects
- visual hallucinations,
- euphoria,
- heightened feelings of intimacy.
Undesired effects
- anxiety,
- panic attacks,
- sweating.
See MDA for further details.
Mephedrone
Sought after effects
Effects have been noted as similar to cocaine and MDMA
- feelings of happiness,
- wakefulness,
- sociable.
Undesired effects
- 'comedown' (usually depressed and tired feeling) as effects wear off,
- anxiety.
See Mephedrone for further details.
Mescaline
Sought after effects
- feelings of interconnectedness,
- spiritual events,
- euphoria,
- increased sensitivity to touch,
- increased sense of smell,
- music enhancement,
- increased persistence of vision.
Undesired effects
- nausea,
- vomiting,
- unwanted spiritual experiences,
- tension,
- anxiety,
- intense feelings of dread and doom.
See Mescaline for further details.
Methadone
Sought after effects
- long-lasting and smooth action,
- prevents heroin withdrawal symptoms.
Undesired effects
- none of the pleasurable effects attributed to recreational opiate use,
- light-headedness,
- dizziness,
- sweating,
- dry mouth,
- nausea,
- vomiting,
- drowsiness.
See Methadone for further details.
Methamphetamine
Sought after effects
- euphoria,
- increased energy,
- talkativeness,
- heightened libido,
- increased alertness,
- concentration,
- enhance self-esteem,
- appetite suppressant.
Undesired effects
- panicky,
- obsessive,
- excessive sweating,
- sexually irresponsible,
- irritability,
- paranoia,
- confusion,
- diarrhoea,
- nausea,
- loss of appetite,
- insomnia,
- tremors,
- jaw-clenching,
- agitation,
- talkativeness.
See Methamphetamine for further details.
Methoxetamine
Sought after effects
- distortion of senses,
- dissociative state (feeling of detachment from the body and the wider world),
- euphoria,
- warmth and detachment,
- calmness,
- reduced anxiety.
Undesired effects
- blurred vision,
- sometimes nausea and headaches,
- may cause memory problems if used long-term.
See Methoxetamine for further details.
Methylone
Sought after effects
- euphoria,
- stimulation,
- feeling of 'one-ness',
- empathy.
Undesired effects
- muscle tension,
- nausea and vomiting,
- increased heart rate,
- dizziness and confusion,
- teeth-grinding ('gurning').
See Methylone for further details
Methylphenidate
Sought after effects
- increased alertness,
- euphoria,
- increased motivation,
- abundance of energy.
Undesired effects
- increased body temperature,
- tachycardia,
- hypertension,
- dehydration,
- paranoia,
- racing thoughts,
- insomnia.
See Methylphenidate for further details.
Morphine
Sought after effects
- very effective painkiller (often the only effective pain relief for chronic pain syndromes),
- wide range of formulations available,
- euphoria,
- relaxation,
- decreased anxiety.
Undesired effects
- large dose usually required,
- short-acting,
- very 'prickly' when injected,
- dose increases usually required (variable 'ceiling' dose),
- doctors often reluctant to prescribe,
- sweating,
- nausea,
- vomiting,
- drowsiness,
- respiratory depression,
- constipation.
See Morphine for further details.
Naltrexone
Sought after effects
- least painful detox yet,
- symptoms abate very quickly.
Undesired effects
- cost,
- NHS licensing in most cases when medicated.
See Naltrexone for further details.
New psychoactive substances
Sought after effects
- Varied. Many substances will have stimulant or hallucinogenic effects or a combination of both.
Undesired effects
- Varied. See individual substances for more information, if available.
See New psychoactive substances for further details.
Nitrites
Sought after effects
- short intense rush,
- intense exhilaration,
- you get a huge rush of blood to the head - like you're hanging upside down or something,
- if you're having sex, it increases all the good feelings every touch feels much nicer than normal,
- you might feel light-headed, giddy, or just really hot,
- some people feel like time has slowed down.
Undesired effects
- dizziness,
- flushing,
- nausea,
- vomiting,
- headache,
- disorientation,
- fainting,
- erection difficulties,
- sore throat,
- painful eyes,
- nasty skin rash.
See Nitrites for further details.
Nitrous oxide
Sought after effects
- relaxation,
- mild euphoria (often giggling),
- head rush/light headedness.
Undesired effects
- headaches,
- nausea.
- mood swings,
- excessive use can cause breathing difficulties and heart problems,
- it makes you clumsier than a drunk clown, lots of people fall over and hurt themselves,
- it can make you feel like you're going to vomit, especially if you mix it with alcohol,
- some people get an instant headache of epic proportions,
- too much can make you faint.
See Nitrous oxide for further details.
NRG-1
Sought after effects
- excitable,
- wakefulness,
- increased awareness of surroundings,
- stimulation,
- prolonged wakefulness,
- alertness,
- urge to talk.
Undesired effects
- insomnia,
- lack of appetite and concentration,
- memory problems with frequent use.
See NRG-1 for further details.
Opium
Sought after effects
- calm,
- drowsy,
- dreamy state of mind,
- initial stimulation,
- enhanced imagination,
- euphoria,
- relaxation,
- decreased anxiety,
- sleep.
Undesired effects
In normal sized doses -
- nausea,
- vomiting,
- drowsiness,
- decreased heart-rate,
- shallow breathing.
In large doses -
- headaches,
- constipation,
- nausea.
See Opium for further details.
Oxycodone
Sought after effects
- euphoria,
- pain relief,
- perceptions of less physical pain,
- euphoria,
- release of muscular tension,
- mental calm or relaxation.
Undesired effects
- nausea,
- constipation,
- CNS depression,
- drowsiness,
- sweating,
- dizziness,
- vomiting,
- slowed or difficult breathing,
- confusion,
- alternating periods of sleep and consciousness.
See Oxycodone for further details.
Phenazepam
Sought after effects
At low doses -
- relaxing,
- helps with sleep,
- relaxation,
- relief of tension,
- relief of anxiety.
Undesired effects
At higher doses -
- dizziness
- loss of memory (can be very profound at high doses),
- loss of coordination,
- drowsiness,
- light-headedness,
- confusion,
- forgetfulness,
- hiccups.
See Phenazepam for further details.
Phencyclidine
Sought after effects
- relaxation,
- disinhibition,
- hallucinations.
Undesired effects
- decreased sensitivity to pain,
- drowsiness,
- dizziness,
- numbness,
- loss of coordination,
- confusion,
- hallucinations,
- dissociation ('out-of-the-body' feelings).
See Phencyclidine for further details.
Phenobarbital
Sought after effects
- euphoric feelings,
- reduced inhibition,
- feelings of calm/relaxation,
- increased ability to sleep.
See Phenobarbital for further details.
Piperazines
Sought after effects
BZP - similar to amphetamines
- wakefulness,
- euphoria.
Undesired effects
BZP
- mild headaches,
- fatigue,
- insomnia,
- nausea,
- vomiting,
- stomach pain,
- dry mouth,
- agitation,
- anxiety,
- irregular heartbeat,
- diarrhoea,
- allergic reactions,
- fever,
- fits.
See Piperazines for further details.
PMMA/PMA
Sought after effects
- increase in energy,
- minor visuals.
Undesired effects
- hallucinations,
- convulsions,
- respiratory distress.
See PMMA/PMA for further details.
Psilocybin
Sought after effects
- senses become distorted,
- changes to time, space and meaning - 'trips' can be ecstatic experiences,
- at low doses, they can make you laugh like a hyena,
- they distort all your senses and merge them together - you can hear the colour red, see the sound of laughter,
- you have lots of deep and meaningful thoughts about the universe, and just feel a general brilliant insight into life,
- time tends to pass more slowly, minutes seem like hours. Everything feels like a dream,
- you feel really happy, calm, and generally tripped-out,
- at higher dosages, you can have full-blown hallucinations, similar to an LSD trip, or see things even when your eyes are closed. If you see nice things, you generally have a fab time,
Undesired effects
- distortions or 'trips' like frightening paranoid nightmares,
- can negatively affect people who have mental health problems,
- what if you pick the wrong mushroom?! The biggest danger of magic mushrooms is eating a poisonous one by mistake,
- you can get a crippling stomach ache and feel sick; some lucky users also get a bad dose of diarrhoea,
- if you have a bad trip, you could be stuck with intense feelings of sheer terror until the drug wears off,
- having a distorted view of reality can be pretty dangerous if you're trying to cross a road, or similar,
- some users get a pretty bad headache that lasts for days afterwards.
See Psilocybin for further details.
Rohypnol
Sought after effects
- relaxing,
- sleepy,
- reduced anxiety.
Undesired effects
- aggressive behaviour,
- deep and intense memory loss,
- complete loss of movement and lack of coordination potentially leaving users very vulnerable.
See Rohypnol for further details.
Salvia divinorum
Sought after effects
- hallucinations,
- giggling,
- reminiscence (bringing back happy memories),
- can cause powerful hallucinations where you perceive other dimensions or experience alternate realities,
- some people report a loss of physical coordination with trouble walking or standing,
- uncontrollable laughter, usually at the beginning of the trip,
- headaches can come on as salvia starts to wear off.
Undesired effects
- sometimes scary distortions to senses.
See Salvia divinorum for further details.
Suboxone
Sought after effects
- long-lasting,
- less drowsy than methadone,
- forces user into full withdrawal,
- euphoria,
- reduced anxiety,
- relaxation,
- feelings of euphoria,
- feelings of calm and well-being,
- reduced sensations of physical pain,
- reduced cravings for other opiates.
Undesired effects
- none of the pleasurable effects attributed to recreational opiate use,
- cannot use heroin or other opiates on top,
- headache,
- nausea,
- insomnia,
- sweating.
See Suboxone for further details.
Synthetic cannabinoids
Sought after effects
- happy and relaxed (in moderate doses),
- synesthetic (one type of stimulation evokes the sensation of another sense) effects.
Undesired effects
- drowsiness,
- problems with coordination,
- paranoia and forgetfulness is possible but not known change whether it exists for all these chemicals,
- dose/potency concerns.
See Synthetic cannabinoids for further details.
TFMPP
Sought after effects
- mildly hallucinogenic - i.e. changes the way your brain sees things (when used alone at higher doses),
- in combination with BZP, similar to MDMA (ecstasy).
Undesired effects
- migraines,
- muscle pain,
- nausea,
- insomnia.
See TFMPP for further details.
Tobacco
Sought after effects
- satisfies cravings,
- can give a sense of stress relief,
- oral comfort,
- reduced anxiety,
- relaxation.
Undesired effects
- dizziness,
- nausea,
- increased pulse rate and blood pressure.
See Tobacco for further details.
Tramadol
Sought after effects
- relaxation,
- sleepiness,
- pain relief,
- mild euphoria,
- warmth,
- well-being.
Undesired effects
- dizziness,
- nausea,
- constipation,
- dry mouth,
- headaches,
- sleepiness,
- sweating,
- tiredness,
- vomiting.
See Tramadol for further details.
Zopiclone
Sought after effects
- relaxation,
- euphoria,
- sleepiness.
Undesired effects
- amnesia,
- depression,
- cognitive impairment (confusion).
See Zopiclone for further details.