Types of Depressant Drugs & Their Symptoms
Drug Name
Street Names
Symptoms
Booze, Grog,
The Sauce, Piss,
Liquid Courage
Slurred speech, impaired limb functioning (arms &
legs affected), loud speech, erratic mood, drowsiness,
aggressive responses, vomiting, blackouts.
Marijuana, Weed, Mull,
Dope, Gunja, Hooch,
Kronic, Wakky Tobaccy
Blood shot eyes, uncontrollable laughter, Sleepy,
lethargic, lack of co-ordination, increased appetite
(munchies), confused & lack of attention, less
productive, unmotivated, time poor.
Cody, Neurofen Plus,
Panadol Ultra,
Codral Cold & Flu,
Other cough medicines
Drowsiness, slurred speech, short attention
span, impaired judgement, dilated pupils,
sedated appearance, lack of co-ordination.
GBH, Juice, G, Liquid
Ecstasy, Caps, Liquid X
Sedation, Dizziness, Nausea & Vomiting, Unconsciousness,
breathing problems, sweating, dream-like state, coma.
Smack, Junk, Dragon,
China White, Skunk,
Oxy’s (pharmaceutical
Oxycontin or
Oxycodone)
Pin-point pupils, Sedated appearance, nodding
off, slow breathing, flushed and pale skin, runny
nose, slurred speech, loss of appetite.
Downers, Benzo’s,
Valium, Xannies
(Xanex), Moggies
(Mogadon), Chillers
Drowsiness, Unsteadiness when moving, blurred
vision, impaired co-ordination, Irritability,
impaired judgement, reduced inhibition.
Alcohol
Cannabis
Codeine
GHB (Gamma-hydroxybutyrate)
Heroin
Benzodiazepines
Note: Symptoms for all drugs will vary depending on the following factors:
•
Quantity and quality of the substance taken
•
Individuals prior history with the substance
•
If the individuals has recently consumed other drugs
Types of Stimulant Drugs & Their Symptoms
Drug Name
Street Names
Symptoms
Coffee, Red Bull, V,
Mother, No-Doz
Stimulation, Increased heart rate, Increase alertness
& concentration, Excessive urination, Nausea
& vomiting, Tremors, Difficulty sleeping
Ciggies, Darts,
Cigarettes, Cigars,
Tobacco
Initial stimulation, Mild euphoria, Increased alertness &
concentration, Feelings of relaxation, Decreased appetite,
Dizziness, Headaches, Coughing, Respiratory unrest.
Crank, Meth,
Yellow Powder,
Chalk, Tick-Tock,
Scootie, Tweak
Increased energy levels, Restlessness, Over excited,
Talkative, Accelerated heart rate & breathing, Sweating,
Dilated pupils, Loss of appetite, Mood swings.
Meth, Crystal,
Crystal Meth, Shard,
Rocks, Glass,
Increased activity & wakefulness, Increased attention &
decreased fatigue, Lack of appetite, Euphoria & Rush, Rapid
heartbeat, Sweating, Dilated pupils, Vacant appearance,
Uncontrollable aggression & violent behaviour.
Pingers, Es, Pills,
Uppers, Disco Biscuits,
Molly, MDMA, Scooby
Snacks, Vitamin X, XTC
Sense of euphoria & well-being, Increased stamina &
alertness, Dilated pupils, Grinding of teeth, Sweating
& fevers, Rapid & abnormal heart rate, confusion.
Coke, Charlie, Blow,
Candy, Lines, Snow,
White Lady
Intense short lived high, Increased alertness and
energy, Rapid speech, Twitching & restlessness,
Dilated pupils, Erratic moods, Anxiety &
paranoia, potential seizures & convulsions.
Dexy, Skippy, Kiddie
coke, Vitamin
R, Farmer Dex,
Uppers, R-ball
Increased alertness & activity, Feelings of euphoria,
Suppressed appetite, Talkativeness, Altered heart rate,
Confusion, Anxiety & paranoia, Nausea & headache.
Caffeine
Nicotine
Speed
Ice (Meth)
Ecstasy
Cocaine
Ritalin
Note: Symptoms for all drugs will vary depending on the following factors:
•
Quantity and quality of the substance taken
•
Individuals prior history with the substance
•
If the individuals has recently consumed other drugs
Types of Hallucinogenic Drugs & Their Symptoms
Drug Name
Street Names
Symptoms
LSD, Trips, California
Sunshine, Superman,
Loony Tunes,
Golden Dragon
Visual hallucinations, Impaired auditory functioning,
Delusions, Dilated pupils, Euphoria, Terrifying
thoughts/feelings, Distortion of time & identity,
Sleeplessness, Psychosis, Panic attacks.
Shrooms, Mushies,
Gods Flesh,
Simple Simon
Chills, Loss of muscle control, Aggression, Visual
hallucinations, Impaired auditory functioning,
Delusions, Dilated pupils, Euphoria.
Special ‘K’, K, Kit
Kat, Super Acid,
Bump, Vitamin K
Abrupt high, Relaxation, Detachment, Disorientation,
Confusion, Drowsiness, Increased heart rate.
Angel Dust, Ozone,
Supergrass, Rocket
Fuel, Wack
Visual & auditory distortions, Perceptual changes,
Detachment, Numbness & relaxation, Euphoria, Lack
of concentration, Impaired motor functioning, Erratic
behaviour, Breathing issues, Anxiety and paranoia.
Marijuana, Weed, Mull,
Dope, Gunja, Hooch,
Kronic, Wakky Tobaccy
Blood shot eyes, uncontrollable laughter, Sleepy,
lethargic, lack of co-ordination, increased appetite
(munchies), confused & lack of attention, less productive,
unmotivated, time poor, Visual, audio & mental
disturbance (depending on the amount used & potency,
cannabis can trigger hallucinogenic properties)
Meth, Crystal,
Crystal Meth, Shard,
Rocks, Glass
Increased activity & wakefulness, Increased attention
& decreased fatigue, Lack of appetite, Euphoria &
Rush, Rapid heartbeat, Sweating, Dilated pupils,
Vacant appearance, Uncontrollable aggression &
violent behaviour, Visual, audio & mental disturbance
(Ice may contain hallucinogenic properties due to the
manufacturing process & potency of the substance)
Pingers, Es, Pills,
Uppers, Disco Biscuits,
Molly, MDMA, Scooby
Snacks, Vitamin X, XTC
Sense of euphoria & well-being, Increased stamina &
alertness, Dilated pupils, Grinding of teeth, Sweating &
fevers, Rapid & abnormal heart rate, confusion, Visual, audio
& mental disturbance (Ecstasy can contain trace elements
of Hallucinogens depending on the manufacturing process)
Acid
Magic Mushrooms
Ketamine
PCP
Cannabis
Ice
Ecstasy
Note: Symptoms for all drugs will vary depending on the following factors:
•
Quantity and quality of the substance taken
•
Individuals prior history with the substance
•
If the individuals has recently consumed other drugs