Drug Recognition Flashcards
Body requires the drug to prevent physical withdrawal symptoms
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PHYSICAL DRUG DEPENDENCE;
Craving to use a drug brought on by its reinforcement potential. May develop rapidly and be more difficult to overcome than physical dependence
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PSYCHOLOGICAL DRUG DEPENDENCE;
D - depressants
H - hallucinogens
S - stimulants
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3 PHARMACOLOGICAL CLASSIFICATIONS OF DRUGS OF ABUSE;
Decrease Central Nervous System (CNS) activity, constrict pupils, used for anti-anxiety (sedative), sleep (hypnotic) and pain relief (analgesic)
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EFFECTS - OF NARCOTIC & NON-NARCOTIC SUBSTANCES IN THE DEPRESSANT FAMILY;
Are derived from opium poppy plant
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NARCOTICS;
MCHDMDO
Morphine - Schedule II primary painkiller in hospital settings
Codeine - Schedule II painkiller and cough suppressant
Heroin - Schedule I, most common white/brown/black tar
Dilaudid - Schedule II, stronger than morphine
Methadone - Schedule II, treats heroin addiction and as a pain reliever
Demerol - Schedule II, for moderate to severe pain
Oxycodone - Schedule II, similar to morphine
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NARCOTIC DEPRESSANTS;
TAB
Tranquilizers - Relief of anxiety and used as a muscle relaxer
Alcohol - Most abused than all the other drugs combined
Barbiturates - Relief of anxiety and sedation. Effects are similar to being intoxicated but no odor of alcohol
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NON-NARCOTIC DEPRESSANTS;
Increase CNS activity Relieve fatigue Reduce appetite Dilate pupils Psychological dependence (Road Runner)
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2 CATEGORIES IN THE STIMULANT FAMILY: COCAINE & AMPHETAMINES EFFECTS;
Cocaine HCL: Schedule II, natural topical anesthetic, blood flow reducer and is water soluble
Cocaine Base: Schedule II, smoked because it is insoluble, also known as Crack
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COCAINE - STIMULANT FAMILY;
Amphetamine - Schedule II, for hyperactivity, insomnia, fatigue relief, and appetite suppression
Metamphetamine - Schedule II produced pharmaceutically or in clandestine labs. Street names crank, speed and ice
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AMPHETAMINES - STIMULANT FAMILY;
Sensory crossover Detachment from reality Unpredictable behavior Incoherent speech Psychosis and flashbacks
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5 DRUGS IN THE HALLCINOGENIC FAMILY;
A plant producing marijuana (leaves) and hashish (resin). THC is the alkaloid responsible for the psychoactive effects
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CANNABIS;
Small cactus containing alkaloid, mescaline. Legally used by Native American Church, can be chewed, smoked or mixed with tea
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PEYOTE;
Alkaloids are psilocybin and psilocin, found in cow manure. Can be chewed or mixed with tea
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PSYCHEDELIC MUSHROOMS;
Produces trip that can last 10+ hrs. Can be absorbed through skin. Taken at raves and concerts, with ecstasy
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LYSERGIC ACID DIETHYLAMIDE (LSD);