Drinking alcohol, also named ethanol or ethyl alcohol, is made through the fermentation process. Grains, fruits, or other sources of sugar are fermented to extract and prepare alcoholic beverages. This process will determine the strength of the alcohol. Alcohol is consumed widely for various purposes, including medicinal purposes. According to a trusted source, people who consume a small amount of alcohol occasionally have a slight effect of heart attack, stroke, diabetes, etc.
Amphetamine (AMP) is a stimulant that is exclusively used to stimulate the central nervous system. It speeds up the message traveling between the brain and the body, thereby helping the body to react actively to the brain’s orders. Generally, they are prescribed by doctors to treat disorders like Hypersensitivity, Narcolepsy, Parkinson's disease, etc. They are available in tablet form (legal) powder, and crystal form (illegal). Abusers use amphetamine illegally for performance enhancement.
Barbiturates (BAR), also known as sedative-hypnotics, are drugs given for reducing anxiety and inducing sleep. Predicting the exact dosage is a bit difficult in this drug. Even the slightest overdose for a consistent period might lead to coma or death. A physician should be careful while prescribing this drug to a patient as they might get addictive and have severe withdrawal symptoms.
Bathing salts or Synthetic cathinones are stimulants used to inhibit the neurotransmitters in the brain, specifically the dopamine-norepinephrine reuptake system. Bath salts are one of the most effective yet dangerous illicit drugs being abused in the United States. The drug effect is higher than that of MAMP. They are often sold on the streets as cheap alternatives for MAMP or COC.
Benzodiazepine (BZO) belongs to the psychoactive class of drugs prescribed to treat anxiety, depression, muscle relaxation, etc. Benzos acts on the central nervous system, lower brain activity, and provide a calm reaction.
Buprenorphine (BUP) is a medication for Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) approved by the FDA. It is a part of a comprehensive treatment plan that includes counseling and other behavioral therapies. It is generally yellow or orange in a small rectangular form like breath strips. It is called by some nicknames - subs, bupies, bups, etc. Buprenorphine is one of the medications prescribed for OUD, which has increased for assessment.
Cocaine (COC) is one of the powerful and stimulant drugs made from the coca plant in South America. It is a serotonin/dopamine reuptake inhibitor that helps the body release the “feel-good” chemicals in the brain. It is used for medicinal purposes that include local anesthetics. It also helps shrink mucosa or mucous membranes and comes in three concentrations - 1%, 4%, and 10%. Medically, 1% and 4% concentrations are generally used for patients.
Fentanyl (FEN) is a potent synthetic opioid that increases the body’s dopamine levels, giving a state of relaxation on pain, predominantly cancer pain. Compared to morphine, it is 50 to 100 times more effective, and hence, it is used as a prescription narcotic analgesic. It can work within minutes, say, 30 to 90 minutes, constrict the pain and provide relief.
Gabapentin (GAB) is an anticonvulsant prescription painkiller used to treat neuropathic pain, epilepsy, restless leg syndrome, hot flashes, etc. It gives a soothing and calm reaction, and it is an excellent alternative to opioids as it is less addictive. According to some trusted sources, the non-medical usage of Gabapentin has increased to 80% since 2008 in the United States.
Gamma-Hydroxybutyrate (GHB) is a CNS ( Central Nervous System) depressant used as sedatives, tranquilizers, and hypnotics. This lowers the neurotransmission levels and helps the individual to get relaxation. In addition, it is commonly used as an anesthetic to take care of sleep disorders such as narcolepsy and insomnia.
