Class of Substance Flashcards
a depressant that alters the functioning of neurotransmitters - slowing down heart rate, breathing, and reduces inhibition
Alcohol
using in moderation does not harm most people, but regular and heavy use can cause harm without meeting criteria of use disorders.
Alcohol
increases risk of overdose if mixed with other sedatives like opioids or benzos
Alcohol
mixing with prescription drugs can alter their efficacy and increase risk of overdose
Alcohol
the liver can only metabolize around one dose per hour, depending on the size of the person
Alcohol
sedatives or depressants commonly prescribed to reduce anxiety, help insomnia, and relax muscles
Benzodiazepines
commonly used to treat alcohol withdrawal and in some medical procedures
Benzodiazepines
useful for short-term applications, but has risks of physical dependency when used long-term
Benzodiazepines
depresses the CNS and have an additive effect when combined, increasing risk of overdose for poly-substance use
Benzodiazepines
generally come in the form of capsules or tablets in various colors
Benzodiazepines
small amounts can produce feelings of well-being and lethargy, redden the eyes, impair coordination and reduce concentration
Cannabis
in higher doses, perception of time, sound and color may become distorted - feelings of excitement, anxiety or paranoia may increase
Cannabis
CNS stimulant that is often cut with various additives and contaminants including fentanyl and synthetic opioids
Cocaine
long-term use can lead to anxiety, panic attacks, hallucinations, delusions, paranoia and erratic or violent behavior
Cocaine
synthetic drug which causes serotonin depletion when taken frequently - reduces the high and can cause depression - addiction is very rare
Ecstasy
solvents that depress the CNS and act similarly to, but much faster than, alcohol
Inhalants
includes volatile solvents, aerosol products, nitrites, and gases - all easy and cheap to acquire
Inhalants
synthetic CNS stimulant which is highly addictive, cheap and easily obtained
Methamphetamine
commonly used for pain management and often cut with contaminants, the exact content and strength is rarely known
Opioids
Heroin
Opioid
Fentanyl
Opioid
