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Preventing Rohypnol Overdose

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Rohypnol is a benzodiazepine that is used in several countries for short-term treatment of insomnia and as a sedative before surgical procedures. Rohypnol’s effects include the following:

  • Sedation
  • Muscle relaxation
  • Reduced anxiety
  • Prevention of convulsions or seizures

Despite potential medical uses Rohypnol is not legal in the United States. Rohypnol is commonly known as the date-rape drug, because it is often used to sedate women to ease sexual assault. Because Rohypnol has no taste or odor when it is dissolved, it can be put in a person’s drink without her knowing. Victims who have been drugged often have no memory of the attack, making it more difficult to catch their attackers. Rohypnol is also used recreationally by people in search of a high.

Signs of Rohypnol Overdose

Recreational Rohypnol users will typically take the drug in much higher doses than users taking the drug medically, making tolerance, addiction and overdose a real threat. Rohypnol overdose can also occur in those who have been unknowingly given the drug, as they may continue drinking or be given too high of a dose. Rohypnol is especially dangerous when it is taken in high doses or mixed with alcohol or other drugs. Some signs of Rohypnol overdose can include heavy sedation and impairment that results in an inability to walk or speak normally. When a person is heavily sedated and falls unconscious, respiratory depression can occur which can lead to death.

Club Culture and Rohypnol Use

A dangerous trend in America that has led to drug use amongst teens and young adults is the club culture. That is, the kind of party lifestyle that leads young people to clubs and bars where a specific type of drugs is common. Among these drugs is Rohypnol. These situations make abusing Rohypnol even more dangerous than it would be anyway, as it normally means that alcohol is being consumed as well. Add that to other drugs such as ecstasy and you have a truly dangerous situation, whether the user be a male or a female.

Get Help with Rohypnol Abuse

If you or someone you love struggles with Rohypnol abuse, we want to help. Call our toll-free 24 hour helpline today to speak with a trained addiction counselor who can help you learn about your options. Rohypnol overdose can kill. Don’t become another tragedy. Instead take the courageous step of getting help by calling today.

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