Drug Descriptions
The dried leaves, stems, and seeds of the Indian hemp plant
Any volatile substance usually taken in through the nose or mouth, sometimes abused for its intoxicating effect
The illegal, improper or harmful use of something.
A powerful hallucinogenic drug. Also known as “acid.”
A drug that temporarily quickens the function or activity of a specific part of the body or brain..
State of physical or mental dependence on a drug.
The drug user needs more of the drug to produce the same effect.
Purified form of cocaine.
- a substance that produces a false sense of reality
Unpleasant physical and emotional reactions felt when coming off of a drug.
A drug (as alcohol or marijuana) whose use is thought to lead to the use of and dependence on a harder drug (as cocaine or heroin).
a bitter, crystalline substance obtained from coca leaves, widely used as an illicit drug for its stimulant and euphoric properties. Also known as “snow” or “blow”
a drug that reduces the function or activity of a specific part of the body or brain.
medicines that can be bought straight off of the shelf without an order from a doctor.
Written order from a doctor for a specific medicine.
A white, odorless, bitter crystalline compound that is derived from morphine and is a highly addictive narcotic. Also known as “rush” or “smack”.
- A drug affecting the central nervous system.