Drugs of Addiction Flashcards
What is Ayahuasca?
A halucinogenic tea popular in the Amazon
What are street names for Ayajuasca?
Aya; Yage, Hoasca
How is Ayajuasca used?
Swallowed as a tea
What are short term effects of Ayajuasca?
Hallucinations; increased blood pressure; vomiting
What DEA schedule is Ayahuasca?
DMT is schedule I, but plants containing DMT are not controlled.
What type of synthetic drug is bath salts?
Synthetic Cathinones
What is a cathinone?
a stimulant that is naturally found in the Khat plant
What are street names for bath salts?
Bloom, cloud nine, cosmic blast, Ivory wave, lunar wave, scarface, vanilla sky, white lightning
What forms are there of bath salts?
white or brown powder; jewelry cleaner; tablets, capsules or liquid.
How are bath salts usually used?
Snorted, swallowed, or injected
What DEA schedule are bathsalts?
Schedule I; but some are banned.
What are short term health effects of bath salts?
increased heart rate and blood pressure; nosebleeds; sweating; nauses/vomiting; dizziness; reduced motor control
What are short term psych effects of bath salts?
Euphoria; social lubricant; psychosis and violent behaviors; suicidal thoughts; depression; panic attacks; cognitive constriction
What are long term effects of bath salts?
breakdown of muscle tissue; kidney failure; death
What are health related issues associated with bath salts?
Risk of HIV, hepatitis, and other infections from shared needles
Treatment options for bath salt addiction
CBT; Contingency management/motivational incentives; Motivational Enhancement Therapy (MET); behavioral treatments
What is cocaine?
Stimulant made from the leaves of the Coca plant
What are street names for cocaine?
Blow; bump; C; Candy; Charlie; coke; crack; flake; rock; snow; toot
What forms does cocaine come in?
White powder; white crystallized rock
How is Cocaine used?
Snorted; smoked; injected
What DEA schedule is cocaine?
Schedule II
What are short term physical effects of cocaine use?
Increase in heart rate, temperature, and blood pressure; enlarged pupils; headache; abdominal pain and nausea; heart rhythm problems or heart attack; stroke, seizure, coma
What are short term psych effects of using cocaine?
Increased energy/alertness; insomnia and restlessness; erratic and violent behavior; paranoia, panic attacks, and psychosis
What are the long term effects of snorting cocaine?
Loss of smell, nasal damage, nosebleeds, and trouble swallowing
What are the long term effects of cocaine use in addition to those from snorting?
Infection and death of bowel from decreased blood flow; Poor nutrition and weight loss
What are health related effects of cocaine use?
Pregnancy; Risk of HIV, hepatitis, and other infections diseases from shared needles
What effect does cocaine have on pregnancy?
Premature delivery, low birth wate, and neonatal abstinence syndrome
What is the effect of using cocaine with alcohol?
Greater risk of overdose and sudden death than either drug alone
What are withdrawal symptoms of cocaine?
Depression, tiredness, increased appetite, insomnica, vivid unpleasant dreams, slowed thinking and movement, restlessness
What are the prefered behavioral therapies for cocaine use disorders?
CBT, Community reinforcement plus vouchers, contingency management, the matrix model, 12 step facilitation therapy
What is DMT?
A synthetic drug producing intense but short-lived hallucinogenic experience. (Can occur naturally in some South American plants)
What are street names for DMT?
DMT and Dimitri
What forms does DMT come in?
white or yellow crystalline powder
How is DMT used?
Snorted or injected
What DEA schedule is DMT?
Schedule I
What are short term physical effects of DMT?
hypertension, increased heart rate, agitation, seizures, dilated pupils, involuntary rapid eye movements, dizziness, and incoordination
What are short term psych effects of DMT?
Visual hallucinations, depersonalization, auditory hallucinations, altered perception of time and body image
What are related health risks associated with DMT?
high doses can result in coma or respiratory arrest
What therapies are effective in DMT?
None have been proven effective, as it is unclear if DMT is addictive
What is GHB?
A depressant used for narcolepsy
What are street names for GHB?
G, Georgia Home Boy, Goop, Grevious Bodily Harm, Liquid ecstacy, Liquid X, Soap, Scoop
What is the comercian name for GHB?
Gamma-hydroxybutyrate (Xyrem)
What forms does GHB come in?
White powder or colorless liquid
How is GHB taken?
Swallowed (often in combination with ETOH)
What DEA Schedule is GHB?
Schedule I
What are short term psych effects of GHB?
Euphoria, decreased anxiety, confusion, memory loss, hallucinations, and excited/aggressive behavior
What are short term physical effects of GHB?
Drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, unconsciousness, seizures, decreased heart rate and breathing, lower body temperature, coma, death
What are health related issues associated with GHB?
Often used as a date rape drug
What are the effects of GHB in combination with ETOH?
Nausea, problems breathing, increased depressant effects
What are withdrawal symptoms of GHB?
Insomnia, anxiety, tremors, shakes, increased heart rate and blood pressure, psychosis
What medications are useful in the treatment of GHB?
Benzodiazepines
What behavioral therapies are useful in the treatment of GHB?
None have been proven effective yet.
What is heroin?
An opiate made from morphine
What are street names for heroin?
Brown sugar, china, white, dope, H, horse, junk, skag, skunk, smack, white horse
What is cheese?
A combination of heroin with an OTC cold medication and antihistamine
What are common forms of heroin?
white/brownish powder, black sticky substance (black tar heroin)
How is heroin used?
Injected, smoked, or snorted
What DEA schedule is heroin?
Schedule I
What are short term psych effects of heroin?
Euphoria, clouded thinking, alternate wakeful/drowsy states
What are short term physical effects of heroin?
Flushed skin, dry mouth, itching, nauses, vomiting, slowed breathing and heart rate
What are long term effects of heroin?
Collapesed veins, absescesses, endocarditis, constipation/stomach cramps, liver or kidney disease, pneumonia
What are health related issues with heroin?
Pregnancy, risk of HIV, hepatitis, and other infections diseases from shared needles
What are effects on a pregnancy from heroin?
miscarriage, low birth weight, neonatal abstinance syndrome
What is the effect of mixing ETOH and heroin?
Dangerous slowing of heart rate and breathing, coma, death
What are withdrawal symptoms of heroin?
Restlessness, muscle and bone pain, insomnia, diarrhea, vomiting, cold flashes with goose bumps, leg movements
What are effective medication treatments for heroin?
Methadone, buprenorphine, naltrexone
What are behavioral treatments for Heroin use?
Contingency management/motivational incentives, 12 step facilitation therapy
What are inhalents?
Solvents, aerosols, and gases found in household products
What are street names for inhalants?
Poppers, snappers, whippets, laughing gas
How are inhalants used?
Inhaled through the nose or mouth?
What DEA schedule are inhalents?
Not scheduled
What are short term effects of inhalants?
nausea, slurred speech, lack of coordination, dizziness, drowziness, headaches, death from heart failure, death from asphyxiation, convulsions, seizures, coma
What are short term psych effects of inhalants?
Confusion, euphoria, hallucinations/delusions
What are short term effects of inhaling nitrites?
Enlarged blood vessels, enhanced sexual pleasure, increased heart rate, sensation of heat and excitement, dizziness, headaches
What are long term effects of inhalents?
Liver/Kidney damage, bown marrow damage, nerve damage, brain damage
What are long term effects of inhaling nitrites?
Increased risk of pneumonia
What effect do inhalants have on pregnancy?
Low birth weight, bone problems, delayed behavioral development from brain problems, altered metabolism and body composition
What is the effect of mixing inhaled nitrites with ETOH?
dangerously low blood pressure
What are withdrawal symptoms from inhalants?
Nausea, loss of appetite, sweating, tics, sleeping problems, and mood changes
What is ketamine?
A dissociative drug used as an anesthetic in veterenary practice
What are street names for ketamine?
Cat valium, K, Special K, Vitamin K
What is the commercial name for ketamine?
Ketalar
What form is ketamine usually found in?
liquid or white powder
How is ketamine usually used?
injected, snorted, smoked in cigarrettes, or swallowed
What DEA schedule is Ketamine?
Schedule III
What are short term physical effects of ketamine?
Sedation, problems speaking, loss of memory, problems moving, increased blood pressure, unconsciousness, slowed breathing
What are short term psych effects of ketamine?
Attention, learning, and memory deficits, dreamlike states, hallucinations, confusion
What are long term effects of ketamine?
ulcers and pain in the bladder, kidney problems, stomach pain, depression, poor memory
What are health related problems associated with ketamine?
It is sometimes used as a date rape drug and increased risk of HIV, hepatitis, and other diseases from shared needles
What are the effects of mixing ETOH and ketamine?
Increased risk of adverse effects
What is khat?
a shrub found in east Africa and southern Arabia which contains psychoactive chemicals (cathinone and cathine)
What are street names for Khat?
Abyssinian tea, African salad, catha, chat, kat, oat
What form is khat found in?
fresh or dried leaves
How is khat used?
Chewed or brewed as a tea
What DEA schedule is khat?
Cathinone is schedule I, but the khat plant is not controlled
What are short term physical effects of khat?
increased blood pressure and heart rate, loss of appetite, insomnia
What are short term psych effects of khat?
Euphoria, increased alertness and arousal, inability to concentrate, depression, and irritability
What are long term effects of khat?
tooth decay and gum disease;l GI disorders; cardiovascular disorders
What are health issues related to khat?
Psychosis may develop with heavy use
What are withdrawal symptoms of khat?
depression, nightmares, trembling, and lack of energy
What is LSD?
A hallucinogen made from lysergic acid
What are street names for LSD?
Acid, blotter, blue heaven,cubes, yellow sunshine, and microdot
What forms is LSD found in?
Tablet; capsule; clear liquid; small decorated squares of paper with LSD liquid added to it.
How is LSD used?
Swallowed or absorbed through the mouth
What DEA schedule is LSD?
Schedule I
What are short term physical effects of LSD?
elevated blood pressure, heart rate, and body temperature; dizziness and insomnia; loss of appetite; dry mouth; sweating; numbness; weakness; tremors; enlarged pupils.
What are short term psych effects of LSD?
Rapid emotional swings; distorted perceptions
What are long term effects of LSD?
Flashbacks of hallucinations; ongoing visual disturbances; disorganized thinking; paranoia; and mood swings
What are flashbacks after use of a hallucinogen called?
Hallucinogen persisting perception disorder (HPPD)
What is the result of combining ETOH and LSD?
May decrease percieved effects of ETOH
What is marijuana?
A substance made from the hemp plant with psychoactive properties
What are street names for marijuana?
Blunt, bud, dope, ganja, grass, green, herb, joint, mary jane, pot, reefer, sinsemilla, skunk, smoke, treets, weed
What are street names for hashish?
Boom, gangster, hash, hemp
What form is marijuana made in?
greenish grey mixture of dried leavs, stems, seeds or flowers; resin (hashish) or a sticky black liquid (hash oil)
How is marijuana used?
Smoked or eaten
What DEA schedule is marijuana?
Schedule I
What are short term physical effects of marijuana?
problems with balence and coordination, increased heart rate and appetite
What are short term psych effects of marijuana?
Enhanced sensory perception and euphoria; slowed reaction time; hallucinations; anxiety; panic attacks; psychosis
What are long term effects of marijuana?
Mental health problems; chronic cough; frequent respiratory infections
What is a health related issues associated with marijuana use as a teen?
Decreased IQ when repeated use begins in adolescence
What effect does marijuana have on pregnancy?
baby is born with problems with attention, memory, and problem solving
What are the effects of mixing ETOH with alcohol?
Increased heart rate and blood pressure; furthing slowing of mental processing and reaction time
What are withdrawal symptoms of marijuana?
Irritability, trouble sleeping, decreased appetite, and anxiety
What are effective behavioral therapies for marijuana use?
CBT, contingency management/motivational incentives, motivational enhancesment therapy, behavioral treatments geared towards teens
What is MDMA?
A synthetic, psychoactive drug with properties similar to amphetamines and mescaline
What are other mainstream names of MDMA?
Ecstasy and Molly
What are street names for MDMA?
Adam, clarity, eve, lovers speed, peace, uppers
How is MDMA delivered?
colorful tablets, capsules, powder, or liquid
How is MDMA taken?
Swallowed or snorted
What DEA schedule is MDMA?
Schedule I
What are short term psych effects of MDMA?
lowered inhibitions, enhanced sensory perception, confusion, depression, sleep problems, anxiety
What are short term physical effects of MDMA?
Increased heart rate and blood pressure, muscle tension, teeth clenching, nausea, blurred vision, faintness, chills/sweating, sharp rise in body temperature leading to liver, kidney or heart failure and death
What are long term effects of MDMA?
long-lasting confusion, depression, problems with attention, memory, and sleep, anxiety, loss of appetite, impulsiveness/aggression, loss of interest in sex
What are the effects of using MDMA with ETOH?
Increased risk of cell and organ damage
What are withdrawal symptoms from MDMA?
Fatigue, loss of appetite, depression, trouble concentrating
What is mescaline?
a hallucinogen found in the disk shaped buttons in the grown of cacti
What is another mainstream name for mescaline?
Peyote
What are street names for mescaline?
buttons, cactus, mesc
How is mescaline delivered?
Fresh or dried buttons, capsules
How is mescaline taken?
Swallowed either chewed or soaked in water then drunk
What DEA schedule is mescaline?
Schedule I
What are the short term psych effects of mescaline?
Enhanced perception and feeling; hallucinations; euphoria; anxiety
What are short term physical effects of mescaline?
Increased body temperature, heart rate, and blood pressure; sweating; problems with movement
What is methamphetamine?
An extremely addictive stimulant amphetamine
What are street names for methamphetamine?
Crank, chalk, crystal, fire, glass, go fast, ice, meth, speed
What are common forms of meth?
White powder or pill; crystal meth looks like little pieces of glass or shiny blue-white rocks
How is meth used?
Swallowed, snorted, smoked, and injected
What are short term effects of meth?
Increased wakefullness and physical activity; decreased appetite; increased breathing, heart rate, blood pressure, and temperature; cardiac arrythmia
What are long term effects of meth?
anxiety, confusion, insomnia, mood problems, vilent behavior, psychosis, weight loss, dental problems, itching leading to sores due to scratching
What effect does meth have on pregnancy?
premature delivery, placental abruption, low birth weight, lethargy, heart and brain problems
What are other health related issues associated with meth?
Increased risk of HIV, hepatitis, and other infections from shared needles
What is the result of mixing meth with alcohol?
meth masks the depressent effects of alcohol, making it easier to OD on ETOH; increased blood pressure and jitters
What are withdrawal symptoms of meth?
Depression, anxiety, and tiredness
What behavioral treatments are effective with meth?
CBT; contingency management/motivational incentives; matrix model; 12 step facilitation
Where is dextromethorphan used in commercial use?
cold and cough medicines
What are street names for dextromethorphan?
DMX, robotripping, triple C, Robo
What forms does DMX come in?
syrup and capsules
How is DMX used?
swallowed
What DEA schedule is DMX?
Not scheduled
What are short term psych effects of DMX?
Euphoria, confusion, paranoia, altered visual perceptions
What are short term physical effects of DMX?
slurred speech; increased heart rate, temperature, and blood pressure; numbness, dizziness, nausea/vomiting, buildup of acid in body fluids
What are health related issues of DMX?
Breathing problems, sizures, and increased heart rate can occur from other ingredients in cold meds
What is the effect of mixing DMX with ETOH?
Increased risk of adverse effects
What is PCP?
A dissociative drug that was developed as an IV anesthetic
What are street names for PCP?
Angel Dust, Boat, hog, love boat, peace pill
How is PCP delivered?
White or colored powder, tablet or capsule, clear liquid
How is PCP used?
Injected, snorted, swallowed or smoked (mixed with mint, parsley, oregano, or MJ)
What DEA schedule is PCP?
I and II
What are short term psych effects of PCP?
psychosis, cognitive constriction, a sense of distance from environment, anxiety
What are short term effects of low doses of PCP?
increase in breathing, increased blood pressure and heart rate, shallow breathing, red face and sweating, numbness, problems with movement
What are short term effects of high dose PCP?
lowered blood pressure, pulse rate, and breathing rate; nausea/vomiting; blurred vision; drooling; loss of balence; dizziness; violence; suicidal thoughts; seizures; and coma or death
What are long term effects of PCP?
Memory loss, problems with speech and thinking, depression, weight loss, anxiety
What are health related issues of PCP?
Self-injury and increased risk of infections from shared needles
What are the effects of mixing PCP with ETOH?
Increased risk of coma
What are the withdrawal symptoms of PCP?
Headaches and sweating
What is the scientific name of PCP?
phencyclidine
What is Psilocybin?
A hallucinogen found in certain mushrooms
What are street names for psilocybin?
Little Smoke, Magic mushrooms, Purple passion, shrooms
How is psilocybin delivered?
fresh or dried mushrooms with long, slender stems with caps with dark gills
How is psilocybin taken?
swallowed (either eaten or brewed as a tea)
What DEA schedule is psilocybin?
Schedule I
What are short term psych effects of psilocybin?
hallucinations, altered perceptions of time, inability to tell fantasy from reality, and panic
What are short term physical effects of psilocybin?
Muscle relaxation or weakness; problems with movement; enlarged pupils; nausea; vomiting; drowsiness
What are long term effects of psilocybin?
Flashbacks or memory problems
What are health problems associated with psilocybin?
Risk of poisoning from poisonous mushrooms
What is the effect of mixing ETOH and psilocybin?
Decrease percieved effects of ETOH
What is rohypnol?
A benzodiazepine
What is the chemical name for rohypnol?
Flunitrazepam
What are street names for rohypnol and sleeping pills?
Circles; date rape drug; forget pill; forget-me pill; la rocha; lunch money; mexican valium; mind eraser; pingus; R2; Reynolds; Rib; Roach 2; Roaches; Rochies; Roapies; Rochas dos; Roofies; Rope; Rophies; Row-shay; ruffles; trip and fall; wolfies
What are street names for codeine?
Captain Cody; Cody; Lean; Schoolboy; Sizzurp; Purple Drank
What is codiene with glutethimide called?
Doors and Fours; loads; pancakes and syrup
What are street names for Fentanyl?
Apache; china girl; china white; dance fever; friend; goodfella; jackpot; murder 8; tango and cash; TNT
What are street names for hydrocodone?
Vike, Watson 387
What are street names for dilaudid?
D; dillies; footballs; juice; smack
What are street names for demerol?
Demmies; pain killer
What are street names for methadone?
Amidone; Fizzies
What is the street name for methadone with MDMA?
Chocolate chip cookies
What are street names for morphine?
M; Miss Emma; Monkey; White Stuff
What are street names for Oxycodone?
O.C.; Oxycet; Oxycotton; Oxy; Hillbilly Heroin; Percs
What are street names for oxymorphone/Opana?
Biscuits, blue heaven; Blues; Mrs O; O bomb; Octagons; stop signs
What are short term effects of prescription opiates?
Pain relief; drowsiness; nausea; constipation; euphoria; confusion; slowed breathing; death.
What effect does prescription opiate use have on pregnancy?
Miscarriage; low birth weight; neonatal abstinence syndrome
What effect does prescription opiate use have on older adults?
Higher risk of accidental misuse or abuse due to using multiple prescriptions; increased risk of drug-drug interations; breakdown of drugs slows with age
What is the effect of mixing alcohol with prescription opiates?
Dangerous slowing of heart rate and breathing leading to coma or death
What are withdrawal symptoms of prescription opiates?
Restlessness; muscle and bone pain; insomnia; diarrhea; vomiting; cold flashes with goose bumps; and leg movements
What medications are used to treat prescription opiate abuse?
Methadone; buprenorphine; naltrexone
What are street names for barbiturates?
Barbs; phennies; Red birds; reds; Tooies; Yellow jackets; Yellows
What are street names for benzodiazepines?
Candy; downers; sleeping pills; tranks
What are the short term effects of prescription sedatives?
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