Addictive
Symptoms include depression, anxiety, paranoia and trouble sleeping.
Ecstasy, also known as Molly, is one of the most commonly used drugs at parties.
Extreme drowsiness.
Obtundation.
Fast or slow heartbeat.
Chest pain.
Intractable emesis.
Hives or rash.
Swelling of the throat, tongue, lips, face, eyes, hands, feet, or ankles.
Difficulty breathing or swallowing.
Seizures or convulsions.
Side Effects that require immediate medical attention
Nausea and vomiting.
Dry mouth.
Constricted pupillary diameter.
Loss of appetite.
Shallow breathing.
Dizziness.
Constipation.
Drowsiness or sedation.
Low blood pressure.
Flushing.
Mood changes.
Side Effects
- Fevers.
- Chills.
- Nausea.
- Insomnia.
- Migraines.
- Liver damage.
- Kidney failure.
- Severe constipation.
- Urinary retention.
- Slightly decreased testosterone levels in men.
- Tolerance.
- Physical and psychological dependence.
Media Substance Use and Abuse
SHORT TERM EFFECTS
Percocet
Ketamine
side effects
unusual excitement, nervousness, or restlessness
skin rash sweating
seeing, hearing, or feeling things that are not there
Hives ,itching
pale or blue lips, fingernails, or skin
difficulty with swallowing
difficult or troubled breathing
chest pain or discomfort
long terms effects
Decreased bladder compliance
Blood in the urine
Overactivity in the muscle that controls bladder movement
Incontinence
Decreased bladder volume
short term effects
delusions or illusions
tachycardia
hypertension
dizziness
hallucinations
impaired judgment
nausea and vomiting
nightmares or vivid dreams
Ecstasy
Symptoms
-paranoia
-trouble sleeping
Long Term Effects
- Depression - anxiety - memory loss - Kidney failure - Death
Short term Effects
Roofie
most often used at clubs and bars
if you realize you have been drugged or sexually assulted, call 911 immediately
makes clear drinks turn bright blue and dark drinks cloudy
comes in a pill that dissolves in liquids
to prevent having this drug, do not take drinks from people you don't know and always watch your drink at bars, clubs and parties
the drug often has no color, smell or taste
used to make a person weak, confused or even unconscious so he/she can be raped
can be used on males and females
Long Term
can produce physical and psychological dependence
Short Term
- difficulty speaking
difficulty with motor moments
blackouts/loss of memory
drunk feeling ( 2 - 8 hours )
Sleepy
nausea
- dizziness
