Information from Independence Center staff about

Drugs of Abuse

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The Independence Center cares for the needs of individuals and families who have been touched by the abuse of alcohol and other drugs. With separate Youth Treatment and Adult Treatment Programs and a host of services, we provide the most compre hensive substance abuse treatment in southeast Nebraska.

We are experienced. Our program has been working successfully since 1971. We are fully accredited by the State of Nebraska and the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Health Care Organizations. All our work with clients is strictly confidential. This program is oriented to the 12-step approach.

Our staff of licensed counselors is supported by psychiatrists, psychologists, mental health techs, spiritual counselor, medical director and nurses.

Our comprehensive treatment includesInpatient programs:

• Detoxification.• 24-hour nursing care with medical support from medical center.• Short-term residential treatment for adults and youths.• Individualized programming for men, women and adolescents.

Outpatient programs:• Intensive outpatient day and evening programs (3-6 hours per day) for youths and adults.• Outpatient groups and individual sessions.

Intervention and evaluation services:• Evaluations for adults and youths.• Intervention coaching, education and tapes for families.• Assessments for patients hospitalized due to complications of drug or alcohol abuse.

Family services:• Intervention coaching.• Family Program.• Parent Support Group.

For more informationCall us with questions or concerns about:

• Alcohol or other drugs.• Alcoholism or chemical dependency.• Treatment, intervention or family programs.• Helping someone who doesn’t seem to want help.• Helping yourself.• Helping your church, club or business understand substance abuse and its impact.

Call 24 hours a day402-481-5268 or 1-800-742-7845

Confidential, Online ScreeningYou can take a free, confidential online screening at: bryanhealth.org/IndependenceCenter

Bryan Independence CenterLocated south for Bryan Medical Center, Bryan West Campus1650 Lake St.Lincoln, NE 68502

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Drugs of Abuse ChartThe chart on the next pages of this brochure outlines common drugs, their street names, effects and long term-effects.

Drug TypeMode of Use Trade Names

Legal Status Street Names Effects of Average Dose

Hours Duration Long-term Risks of Chronic Use

I. SEDATIVES – DEPRESSANTS – ANXIOLYTICS

A. Alcohol O Known by various names IV Booze, alchy Decreased heart rate, impaired coordination and judgment, relaxation and mood swings

1-4 Physical dependence, DT’s, seizures, severe withdrawal, malnutri-tion, depression, cirrhosis, pancreatitis, brain damage, impotence, ulcers, hepatitis, blackouts, impaired memory

B. Benzodiazepines / Anxiolytic O, IV Valium, Librium, Tranxene, Xanax, Ativan, Klonopin

IV Xanax = bars, beans, football, downers Mild sedative effect, relaxation 4-8 Physical dependence and withdrawal, im paired sexual function, anxiety, depression ***

C. Barbiturates O, IV Amytal, Nembutal, Tuinal, Seconal, Phenobarbital

II, III, IV Blues, downers, yellows, purple hearts, reds, rainbows Relaxation, sleep, loss of inhibition, decreased alertness and muscle coordination

1-16 Excessive sleepiness, confusion, irritability, physical addiction with severe withdrawal, accidental overdoses, tremors, seizures, deliri-um ***

D. Flunitrazepam O Rohypnol Date rape drug, roofies, Mexican valium, circles, R-2, Baptist communion, ruffels, ropies, forget me now

Decreased heart rate, blood pressure and respiration, muscle relax-ation, memory impairment, amnesia, nightmares, tremors and sweats

1-4 Physical and psychological dependence. Overdose leads to antero-grade amnesia and loss of consciousness.

E. GHB O Gamma Hydroxybutyric Acid Date rape drug, grievous bodily harm, home boy, Georgia, G Same as Rohypnol Same as Rohypnol

F. Nonbarbiturate Sedative-Hypnotics O, IV Quaaludes, Sopor, Placidyl, Halcion, Dalmane

I, II, III, IV

Ludes, 714’s, Q’s, sopos Similar to barbiturates, known as an aphrodisiac 4-8 Similar to barbiturates ***

G. DXM O, IV Dextromethorphan – in Robitussin, Coricidin and other cough medications

IV-V Robo, Dex, DXM, skittles, tussin, Triple C, syrup, robotripping Cough suppression. Chemically similar to morphine. Excessive amount — sweats, cramping, numbness, loss of consciousness, coma, brain damage, seizure, stroke, death

3-6 Excessive amounts in combination with Tylenol lead to liver dam-age

II. NARCOTICS

A. Non-Prescription S, I, IV, O

Heroin I Horse, smack, diacetyl morphine, dope, China White, Billie Jean, skag, junk, boy, bones, skunk, brown sugar, black tar, Big H, Sweet Lady H

Euphoria, decreased respiratory rate, decreased mental functioning, decreased pain, nausea and vomiting

3-6 Physical and psychological dependence, heart problems, arthritis, lung difficulties

O, S Street Opium I Paragoric, Dovers Powder, Block, Big O, Black Stuff Decreased heart and respiratory rates, nausea, drowsiness, decreased appetite and body temperature, euphoria and decreased sex drive

3-6 Physical and psychological dependence and withdrawal, constipa-tion, mood swings, seizures, coma

B. Prescription (Opiates and related analgesics) S, O, I, IV

Demerol, Fentanyl, Co deine, Morphine, Hydro mor phone, (Dilauded, MS-cotin) Lomotil, Laam, Metha done, Oxycodone (Oxycontin, Percodan, Percocet) Hydrocodone (Tylox, Lortab, Lorcet, Vicodin, Tus sion ex) Talwin, Darvon, Darvocet, Fioricet, Fiorinal, Norco

II, III, IV Killers, OC, OXY, hydros Muscle relaxation, lowered blood pressure and heart rate, decreased respiration, itching sensation and mild euphoria

3-6 (Methadone

12-24)

Constipation, respiratory depression, tolerance, psychological and physical dependence, weight loss, lethargy. Withdrawal includes sweats, cramping, nausea, chills, anxiety.***

III. DISOCIATIVE ANESTHETICS

S, I, IV Ketamine III Special K, K, Vitamin K, Super K, Purple, Jet, Cat Valium, Honey Oil, want to go to K hole

Nausea, vomiting, pain suppression, paranoia, amnesia, decreased heart rate, drowsiness and decreased motor skills

1-6 days Physical and psychological dependence, flash backs

S,O, I, IV

PCP I, II Angel Dust, Hog, Love Boat, Embalm ing fluid, Rocket Fuel, Peace, Zombie, Dummy Dust, Killer Weed

Hallucinations, confusion, disorientation, convulsions, decreased heart rate and agitation

Physical and psychological dependence, flash backs, depression and anxiety, schizophrenic-like symptoms

IV. STIMULANTS

A. Caffeine O Coffee, soda pop, No Doz, Vivarin, tea V Rockstar, Redbull, Monster Wakefulness, increased heart rate and decreased reaction time .25 (15 minutes)

Stomach disorders, withdrawal with anxiety, drowsiness, headache, depression

B. Nicotine S, O Cigarettes, cigars, smokeless tobacco, pipes

IV, V Squares, grits, cigs Relaxation, mild stimulation and increased heart rate .25 (15 minutes)

Cancer, lung, heart damage; withdrawal with anxiety, sleep distur-bance, increased appetite

C. Amphetamines/methamphetamines O, S, I,IV

Benzedrine, Dexedrine, Biphetamine, Methedrine, Desoxyn, Cylert

II, III, IV Speed, crystal, crank, ice, meth, yaba, glass, Cat: Meth + Cathinone, chalk, fire, tweak, twak, dope, 8 ball, candy, dope, smack, snow

Increased heart and respiratory rates, elevated blood pressure, decreased appetite, paranoid, irritability, occasional hallucinations or delusions, high energy and sense of confidence

2-4 (Ice 4-14)

Psychological dependence, skin lesions, psychosis, kidney, cardiac and neurological damage, possible physical tolerance, weight loss, heart failure, tolerance develops rapidly, crashing muscle, cramping and anxiety

D. Methylphenidate O, I, IV Ritalin, Methylin, Concerta II Vitamin R, cramming drug, pineapple, kibbles & bits Similar to cocaine and amphetamines, psychotic episodes and cardio-vascular problems

2-4 Same as cocaine and amphetamines

E. Cocaine S, I, IV II Coke, snow, toot, blow, crack, flares, ringer, blast, nose candy, girl, rocks, white, Big C, Snowbirds, Flake, 8 ball, yago, bricks, white powder, white girl, Columbian bambam, chunky monkey

Increased heart and respiratory rates, elevated blood pressure, decreased appetite, paranoia, irritability, occasional hallucinations or delusions, strokes, seizures, twitching, tremors, nausea and head-aches

1-2 Psychological dependence, possible physical tolerance, seizures, strokes, impotence, aggressive paranoia, damaged nasal tissue

F. Look-alikes O PPA, Ephedrine, Caffeine V, I Black beauties, white crosses, yellow jackets, robin eggs, Christ mas trees, pink hearts

Decreased appetite, mood elevation and anxiety .25 (15 minutes)

Seizures and heart attacks

G. Khat O, S I Khat, Chat, Gat, Tohai, African salad, bushman’s tea, Tschatt Anorexia, tachycardia, elevated blood pressure and insomnia 2-4 weeks Suicidal depression, violence, fatigue,hallucinations, hyperactivity

Drugs of Abuse Chart courtesy of Bryan Independence Center 402-481-5268 or 1-800-742-7845 bryanhealth.org/IndependenceCenter

Drug TypeMode of Use Trade Names

Legal Status Street Names Effects of Average Dose

Hours Duration Long-term Risks of Chronic Use

V. CANNABINOIDS

A. Cannabis S, O Hashish, Hash Oil, Marijuana, Marinol, THC

I, II Pot, weed, grass, herb, ganja, kif, honey, dope, Acapulco gold, reefer, sinsemilla, thai sticks, Aunt Mary, skunk weed, boom, wacky tabacky, loud, bud, mj, Mary Jane, medicine, medical, trees, kush, greens, 9 leafs, KB, veggies, cow patties

Impaired judgment and coordination, blood shot eyes, increased heart rate and appetite

2-4 Paranoia, psychological addiction, im paired learning skills, impaired memory including long-term, chronic cough, cancer, emphysema, infertility and anxiety

B. Synthetic K-2, K-tweak, K-3, K-up, potpourri, deadman walking, blue lotus, Mr. Goodscents, greenleaf, black magic, white rhino, k twak, want to go get weird, bizarro, purple grape, purple kush, bahama mama, AK 40-7, spice, sin, mary

VI. HALLUCINOGENICS

A. Natural Hallucinogenics O Mescaline, Peyote, Psilocybin, Mushrooms

I Buttons, mesc, shrooms, magic mushrooms, cactus, boomers, caps, Lucky 7, Blue Mystic

Hallucinations, disorientation –aggression, delusions, elevated heart rate and temperature. These are not as intense as with LSD.

8-12 Physical tolerance and psychological dependence, psychosis

B. Synthetic Hallucinogenics O LSD * Gel or liquid can be placed in eyes

Acid, hit, blotter, trip, microdot, red/green dragon, boomers, yellow sunshine, cube, lucy, C-12, sugar cube, tabs

Hallucinations, disorientation, decreased appetite, increased body temperature, delusions, tremors, impaired memory, panic and aggres-sion

8-12 Physical tolerance, psychological dependence, flash backs, depres-sion, anxiety and psychosis

C. Amphetamine-related hallucinogenics O MDMA (Ecstasy), DMT, MDA, MPTP, DOM, STP

I Ex, xtabs, designer drugs, XTC, club drugs, hug drug, Scooby snacks, adam, batmans, bibs, E, Kleenex, lovers speed, sexta-sy (with Viagra), hammerheading (with Viagra) Kitty flipping (with Ketamine), doubles, reolls, love drug, molly, shard, beans, micky (yellow, green), zombie, I'm rolling rolls

Increased heart rate and blood pressure, increased body temperature, hyperthermia, dehydration, dizziness, nausea, blurred vision, paranoia and insomnia

8-12 Depression, sleep disturbance, aggressive behavior, impulsivity, kidney failure, liver damage, paranoia, paralysis, cardiovascular failure and brain damage

D. Bath Salts I

VII. INHALANTS

A. Nitrous Oxide I Hexane V Laughing gas, buzz bomb, whippets, whippers, shoot the breeze, hairspray, air dusting, dust removal, dome shots

Decreased body functions, loss of consciousness and a feeling of intoxication

.25-.50 hour (15-30

minutes)

Sudden death, altered perception, loss of sensation, blackouts, injury to red blood cells and decreased heart muscle functioning

B. Amyl, Butyl Nitrite I Various Poppers, locker room, rush, snappers, ram, thrust, TNT, Liquid Gold, rock hard, Medusa, aimies, boppers

Same as nitrous oxide .25-.50 hour (15-30

minutes)

Same as nitrous oxide

C. Gasoline, glue, solvents, White Out, Scotch Guard, toluene aerosols, paint, butane and freon

I Various V Whiff, huff, air blast, moon gas, snot balls, hardware, quicksilver

Same as nitrous oxide .25-.50 hour (15-30

minutes)

Same as nitrous oxide

VIII. ANABOLIC STERIODS

O, IV, IM

Various III Juiceball, D-balls, injectibles, orals, rhoids, juice Increased blood pressure, acne, balding, decreased sexual function and a deeper voice

2-4 weeks Cardiovascular and liver damage can stop lengthening of bones in adolescents.

* Mode of Use Key: O – Oral IDU – Injection I – Inhale S – Smoke IM – Intramuscular

** Legal Status Key: I – No legal use II – Limited legal use (3-15 years in prison, $10,000-$25,000 fine for trafficking) III – Legal use limited to prescriptions IV – Legal use limited to adults V – No legal restrictions

*** Physical dependence may occur with regular use even within prescribed doses.

Because these comments are brief, they may not all be completely precise. Also, street names for drugs vary widely at different places and times. To obtain full information on any drug, ask a pharmacist or call the Independence Center at (402) 481-5268.

Bryan Medical Center Independence Center

1650 Lake St. Lincoln, NE 68502

www.bryanhealth.org/IndependenceCenter

Form 868d (Rev. 04/13)