Physical and Mental Effects of Commonly Abused Prescription Drugs

Opiate-type drugs cause:

  • Sleepiness
  • Lethargy
  • Euphoria
  • Insensitivity to pain
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Slowed breathing
  • Constipation
  • Constricted pupils

Stimulant-type drugs cause:

  • Reduced appetite
  • Euphoria
  • Increased heart rate
  • Restlessness and speeded motion
  • Sleeplessness
  • Stomach ache
  • Dizziness

High doses of stimulants can cause:

  • Increased body temperature
  • Irregular heartbeat
  • Heart failure
  • Seizures
  • Thoughts of suicide
  • Paranoia
  • Hostility
  • Psychosis
  • Delirium

Central Nervous System (CNS) Depressants cause:

  • Slowed brain activity causing loss of coordination
  • Sleepiness
  • Depression
  • Thoughts of self-injury or suicide
  • Hallucinations
  • Dilated pupils
  • Weak pulse
  • Tremors
  • Mood swings
  • Disorientation

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