A to Z Addictive Substances
Barbituate
Barbituate is a class of CNS (central nervous system) depressants that originate from barbituric acid. These are classified as sedative/hypnotic drugs. Prescribed primarily for anesthesia and sedation, barbituates are also used for the control of sei...
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Bath salts are composed of amphetamine-like synthetic compounds called cathinones. Synthetic cathinone is derived from a natural stimulant found in the khat plant. The cathinone chemicals in bath salts are similar in make-up and activity to methamphe...
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Commonly prescribed to treat anxiety disorders, insomnia, and other conditions, benzodiazepines have helped many people lead fuller and more productive lives. Sold under brand names including Klonopin and Valium, benzodiazepines are used by people of...
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Buprenorphine is a strong, semi-synthetic opioid painkiller prescribed for a wide variety of issues including chronic pain, acute pain, nausea, and to treat opioid addictions. It is most commonly prescribed under the names Subutex, Suboxone, Temgesic...
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Butalbital is a barbiturate drug classified as a depressant, more commonly known under the name Fioricet. It is often prepared in combination with acetaminophen, butalbital, and caffeine and is prescribed for the treatment of tension headaches, facia...
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Chlordiazepoxide is a psychoactive benzodiazepine, commonly known by the brand name Librium. It was the first benzodiazepine ever discovered and affects the GABA neurotransmitters in the body, which result in sedative, relaxing, sleep-inducing effect...
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Clonazepam, also known as Klonopin, falls under the class of Benzodiazepine drugs. In most cases, physicians prescribe these drugs to treat medical issues such as seizures, panic attacks, anxiety disorders, restless leg syndrome and mania. Clonazepam...
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Cocaine is a very powerful and addictive stimulant that directly affects the brain. Although cocaine was considered the “it drug” of the 1980s and 1990s in America due to its widespread popularity, it has quite an extensive history. It is derived...
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A derivative of the cocoa plant, Crack Cocaine is a highly addictive cheap alternative to pure cocaine. The drug is made by dissolving and boiling powdered cocaine (hydrochloride) in a solution of water and baking soda or ammonia. After the mixture c...
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