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http://youtu.be/bjNkJtoMR04 By: Erin Bernat
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Rohypnol, which is the brand name of this drug. Street name’s are: Date rape drug, Roofies, La Roche, Roach, R2, Club drug and the “forget pill”
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Produced by Hoffman La Roche It was used as a high sedative in hospitals for medical use in the 1970s. In 1975 it was released in the market of Europe and sold in other nations in the 1980s. It is not approved in the U.S Schedule rating of this drug is Schedule IV
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It’s a powerful sedative that depresses the central nervous system. Result can range from mild sedation to the death. 10 times stronger than valium.
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It’s dissolved in drinks Swallowed as a pill Snorted Frequently used in combination with alcohol and drugs.
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A small white pill. It has no taste or odor when dissolved in a drink.
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Reduced blood pressure Dizziness Confusion Loss of consciousness Sleepy Blackouts Nausea The effects of this drug can last from 2-8 hours.
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Users may develop physical and psychological dependence on the drug. Some people addicted may experience seizures. Also they might experience muscle pain, extreme anxiety, hallucinations and headaches
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Decrease in blood pressure Upsets Stomach and Intestinal tract Urinary retention
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http://youtu.be/dc8UAowWzGs http://youtu.be/dc8UAowWzGs
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Don’t put your drink down when you are out Stay with friends Don’t go anywhere alone
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McGraw-Hill. (2010). Core Concepts in Health. New York, NY: McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. Mcgraw-Hill. (2011). Comprehensive School Health Education. New York, NY: McGraw- Hill Companies, Inc. Drug Guide. 2012. 20 Oct. 2012 http://www.drugfree.org/drug-guide/rohypnol Controlled Substances. 2012. 20 Oct. 2012 http://ecstasy.com.ua/rohypnol/rohypnol-physiological-effects Rohypnol.org. 2012. 20 Oct. 2012 http://www.rohypnol.org/the-history-of-rohypnol/ FDA.gov. 2012. 20 oct. 2012 www.fda.gov
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