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Which of these is a classification of drugs?
Which of these is a classification of drugs?
- Antidepressants
- Stimulants (correct)
- Narcotics/Painkillers (correct)
- Pain Enhancers
What are some examples of Narcotics/Painkillers?
What are some examples of Narcotics/Painkillers?
Heroin, opium, codeine, oxycontin, methadone, fentanyl
What effect do Stimulants have on the brain?
What effect do Stimulants have on the brain?
Speeds up activity in the brain
Which of these substances are classified as Hallucinogens?
Which of these substances are classified as Hallucinogens?
A drug prescribed for pain is a ___
A drug prescribed for pain is a ___
Ecstasy is a...
Ecstasy is a...
Alcohol is classified as a Stimulant.
Alcohol is classified as a Stimulant.
Which of the following is classified as a Depressant?
Which of the following is classified as a Depressant?
What are Over-the-Counter drugs used for?
What are Over-the-Counter drugs used for?
Heroin is a...
Heroin is a...
Rohypnol is classified as a...
Rohypnol is classified as a...
Flashcards
Narcotics/Painkillers
Narcotics/Painkillers
A group of drugs that reduce moderate to severe pain, suppress coughing, and promote relaxation and sleep.
Stimulants
Stimulants
Drugs that speed up brain activity, leading to increased alertness, heart rate, and blood pressure.
Depressants/Sedatives
Depressants/Sedatives
Drugs that slow down brain activity, promoting relaxation, reducing anxiety, and inducing sleep.
Hallucinogens
Hallucinogens
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Over-the-Counter Drugs
Over-the-Counter Drugs
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What is heroin?
What is heroin?
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What is methamphetamine (meth)?
What is methamphetamine (meth)?
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What is alcohol?
What is alcohol?
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What is LSD?
What is LSD?
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What is ecstasy (MDMA)?
What is ecstasy (MDMA)?
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What is Ambien?
What is Ambien?
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Study Notes
Drug Classifications
- Five main classifications: Narcotics/Painkillers, Stimulants, Depressants/Sedatives, Hallucinogens, Over-the-Counter.
Narcotics/Painkillers
- Used for moderate to severe pain relief; also helps relieve coughing.
- Reduces anxiety and promotes sleep while decreasing physical activity.
- Examples include heroin, opium, codeine, oxycontin, methadone, and fentanyl.
Stimulants
- Accelerate brain activity, leading to increased heart rate and blood pressure.
- Can cause heightened anxiety, loss of appetite, and difficulty sleeping.
- Examples include cocaine/crack, amphetamines/methamphetamines, ecstasy, Ritalin, adderall, Concerta, and Khat.
Depressants/Sedatives
- Slow down brain activity, promoting relaxation and reducing anxiety.
- Increase capacity for sleep.
- Examples include barbiturates, tranquilizers, cannabis, GHB, Rohypnol, Ketamine, Ambien, Zoloft, Klonopin, Valium, and Prozac.
Hallucinogens
- Alter perception and feelings, leading to experiences such as hearing voices or seeing non-existing images.
- Unique terms include "tripping" and "flashbacks."
- Examples consist of LSD, psilocybin, mescaline, ketamine, and salvia.
Over-the-Counter Drugs
- Used for various purposes including cold and flu relief, appetite suppression, sleep aids, and allergy treatments.
- Misuse and abuse are common due to off-label use not directed by packaging.
- Examples include Robitussin, NyQuil, diuretics, ephedrine products, weight loss pills, Caffeine Alert, Advanced Caffeine, and Benadryl.
Quiz Questions
- Narcotics/Painkillers are specifically prescribed for pain relief.
- Stimulants speed up brain activity; examples include crack and amphetamines.
- Hallucinogens, such as LSD and mushrooms, alter states of perception.
- Depressants, like alcohol and Valium, slow brain activity.
Summary of Specific Drugs
- Crack/Cocaine and Ecstasy categorized as stimulants.
- Heroin and Oxycontin classified as narcotics/painkillers.
- Alcohol and Rohypnol classified as depressants.
- Salvia and LSD categorized as hallucinogens.
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Test your knowledge on the five main drug classifications including Narcotics, Stimulants, Depressants, Hallucinogens, and Over-the-Counter drugs. Each classification is accompanied by specific uses, effects, and examples. Challenge yourself to identify the characteristics and implications of each category!
