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Marijuana / Cocaine / Opiates / Amphetamines / Methamphetamines / PCP (phencyclidine) / Benzodiazepines / Barbiturates / Methaqualone / Methadone / Propoxyphene
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The active ingredient in marijuana and hashish is tetrahydro cannabionl (THC). Whether smoked or ingested, it creates an initial euphoria, followed by a sense of relaxation, dreaminess, and auditory and visual enhancement.
One or two joints or pipes of marijuana (or hashish) will stay in the user's system for two or three days at levels that can be detected by a urine specimen analysis. If the use occurs three or four times a week, however, the metabolite stays in the system for about two weeks. When used daily, the drug stays in the system anywhere from three to six weeks.
Physical, behavioral, speech and performance indicators of marijuana use include: uncharacteristically relaxed inhibitions, increased appetite, odor of marijuana or burning rope, irritated mucous membranes, dry mouth, cough, difficulty in concentration and errors in judgment. A frequent user may show lack of interest in work, general apathy, moodiness and loss of energy.
You may find products in the store made from parts of the marijuana (or hemp) plant. These include foods, garments and toiletries. However, the over-the-counter sale of any product containing a controlled substance in amounts sufficient to produce a positive test is banned by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA).
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Cocaine is a powerfully addictive stimulant that is typically inhaled, swallowed or injected. Crack, a potent form of cocaine, is often smoked. Cocaine creates an initial surge of excitement followed by a sense of increased energy, alertness and an inflated sense of self-esteem. The effect lasts only a short time, which tends to make users want to repeat the dose.
Cocaine may be detected in the urine sample for up to four days after use.
Physical, behavioral, speech and performance indicators of cocaine use include: chronic nasal problems, recurrent sinusitis, sleep and anxiety disorders, restlessness, agitation, combativeness, tremors and seizures.
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Opium, morphine, codeine and synthetic narcotics like Percodan, Demerol and Darvon are typically injected or swallowed. Opiates are pain relievers that cause drowsiness and respiratory depression along with euphoria. When heroin is injected, it reaches the brain in 15 to 30 seconds and the effect lasts three to five hours.
Opiates generally can be detected in a urine sample for one to two days after use.
Physical, behavioral, speech and performance indicators of opiate use include: constricted pupils, slow breathing, drowsiness and a sense of euphoria. The withdrawal symptoms include excessive yawning, sweating, weakness, chills, muscle aches and nausea.
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Amphetamines (speed, whites, black beauties, bennies, crank) are swallowed or injected to enhance performance and alertness, reduce fatigue and suppress appetite. Depending on the dosage and quality, the drug may also bring auditory, visual or tactile hallucinations.
Amphetamines generally can be detected in a urine sample for up to three days after use.
Physical, behavioral, speech and performance indicators of amphetamine use include: agitation, suppressed appetite and inability to wind down or sleep. Many indicators are more apparent during the withdrawal phase: exhaustion, long periods of sleep, depression, apathy and a ravenous appetite.
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Methamphetamine is a stimulant derived from amphetamines. It has similar effects on the central nervous system, but enters the brain much more quickly than other amphetamines, therefore, it is highly addictive. It comes in several forms - white powder, pills and crystal-like rock.
It can be swallowed, injected, inhaled, or smoked. As with most drugs, the name used varies depending on the physical form, the geographical area, and the local drug culture.
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PCP or angel dust is a hallucinogenic drug that is smoked, swallowed, inhaled or injected. Once used as a veterinary tranquilizer, it was outlawed because its side effects were deemed too negative even for animals.
Effects vary from user to user depending on biology, circumstances and how the drug was formulated. The effect is perception-and mood-altering, with swings from euphoria and ecstasy to anxiety and depression. Its use frequently causes time, space and sound illusions.
PCP generally can be detected in the urine sample for up to eight days after its use. Because it is inexpensive, it is often blended with other drugs.
Physical, behavioral, speech and performance indicators of PCP use include weakness, dizziness, blurred vision, increased blood pressure and heart rate, panic reactions and impaired reasoning.
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Depressants that are widely prescribed to relieve anxiety, irritability and tension. These drugs are swallowed. You may know these drugs by the following names: Valium, Xanax, Ativan, and Tranxene, Dalamine, Restotril and Halcion.
Possible side effects include drowsiness, poor coordination or light-headedness.
Overuse of these drugs can lead to respiratory difficulties, sleeplessness, coma and even death.
The drug can be detected for up to 8 hours after use.
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Barbiturates are less commonly prescribed medications used to treat anxiety and insomnia. Some examples are Seconal, Phenobarbital ad Nembutal. If improperly used, these drugs can cause an individual to feel depressed or experience respiratory difficulties. Barbiturates can be detected for up to 16 hours after use.
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A hypnotic sedative that is taken orally or snorted, this drug causes euphoria. Long-term usage can cause convulsions or coma.
This drug is also known as Quaalude, Ludes, Hymnal, Mandrax, Parest, and Somnfac.
This depressant can be detected for up to 8 hours after use.
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This narcotic pain reliever is found in tablet or liquid form. It is taken orally or injected to cause euphoria. Those addicted to this drug will experience loss of appetite and constipation.
This drug is often used as a substitute narcotic in the treatment of heroin addiction. Methadone is also known as Dolly.
This drug can be detected for up to 24 hours after use.
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This narcotic pain reliever is found in capsule, tablet and liquid forms. It can be taken orally or injected to cause euphoria. Propoxyphene can cause dizziness, drowsiness, nausea and vomiting.
Those addicted to this drug will experience loss of appetite and constipation. Side effects include cold, clammy skin, confusion, convulsions or seizures, low blood pressure, severe nervousness or restlessness, slow heartbeat, slow breathing or severe weakness. The drug can be detected for up to 6 hours after use.
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