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Ecstasy was patented by the German pharmaceutical company Merck in the early 1900s. Chemically, it is closely related to methadrine and is popular because it typically creates in the user a feeling of warmth, closeness and compatibility, while increasing energy levels. Its popularity began growing in the 1970s and today it is used to enhance party experiences by young people in many countries. Don't think that just because someone doesn't go to "raves," they're not using Ecstasy. It is also used recreationally, both in groups and individually. Click Here for more information. |
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Ketamine (K, Special K, Vitamin K) was developed in the 1960s. It is used as an animal tranquilizer by veterinarians and as anesthetic by physicians. In the late 1970s, Ketamine emerged as a recreational drug. Today, it has resurfaced on the rave scene and is popular with both teens and young adults. It is a strong hallucinogenic drug that impairs perceptions, increases feelings of euphoria and distorts users' sense of time and place. Click Here for more information. |
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GHB (gamma hydroxybutyrate) is an odorless and tasteless liquid. It is classified as a sedative and has long lasting anesthetic effect on the user. Users like the relaxed, euphoric feeling it provides, but dosing is difficult. What is OK for one will knock out another. A capful will make you feel intoxicated, but two capfuls could be fatal. Click here for more information. |
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In the early 1960’s dextromethorphan (DXM) replaced codeine as the primary active ingredient of cough suppressants on the market, in an attempt to bring down codeine dependency. Abuse of DXM became apparent as early as 1973, the over the counter cough medicines using DXM began making their medicines’ taste unpleasant as a way to discourage abuse. Click here for more information. |
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Methamphetamine (meth) was first produced in Japan in 1919. Meth was used legally for decades for nasal congestion, weight control, mild depression, and to stay alert. In the 1970s Methamphetamine production became illegal, and quickly grew in popularity as an illegal drug. Click here for more information. |
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Alcohol is one of the oldest drugs in existence, made with the fermenting of fruits, vegetables, or grains, its wide spread acceptance and use also makes it one of the most abused drugs in the world today. Alcohol comes in many different forms, all of which can be highly addictive, and has one of the most dangerous withdrawals of all drugs. Click here for more information. |
