Drugs of Abuse: Uses and Effects Flashcards by Sydney Daviskiba

cocaine catgeory

stimulant

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amphetamine category

stimulant

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trade name for cocaine

coke, crack, snow

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ritalin cateogry

stimulant

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medical uses of stimulants

narcolepsy tx

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barbiturates category

depressant

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benzodiazepines category

depressant

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ativan

benzodiazepine

depressant

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valium

benzodiazepine

depressant

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xanax

benzodiazepine

depressant

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medical uses of benzodiazepines

anesthetic

sedative

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possible effects of depressants

slurred speech
disorientation
staggering
drunken behavior

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effects of depressant overdose

shallow respiration
cold and clammy skin
weak and rapid pulse
coma
possible death

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opium category

opioid

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morphine category

opioid

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codeine category

opioid

heroin category

opioid

analgesic category

opium

opioid

possible effects of opioids

euphoria
drowsiness
slowed respiration
nausea

LSD category

hallucinogen

street names for hallucinogens

acid
PCP
angel dust

medical uses for hallucinogens

NONE

depressants

benzodiazepines
barbiturates
alcohol

opioids

opium
morphine
codeine
heroin