Rohypnol Addiction

• What is Rohypnol?
• Why people use Rohypnol?
• What are the signs of Rohypnol addiction?
• What are the side effects of Rohypnol addiction?
• How to treat Rohypnol abuse?

What is Rohypnol?
Rohypnol (Flunitrazepam) is a benzodiazepine class of drug. It is used in Europe and in South America by the medical community for general sedation. It is considered ten times more potent than Valium.
Why people use Rohypnol?
It is reported to create a euphoric feeling among some users. Individuals at all night parties and raves often use the drug in conjunction with other substances. The drug is also used by some as a date rape drug.
Rohypnol Addiction is more common among individuals that use large doses over a long time. Withdrawal symptoms can occur when use is discontinued.
What are the signs of Rohypnol addiction?
Rohypnol is known to impair cognitive and psychomotor skills and these effects may increase with prolonged usage. Continued usage can also affect reaction time. Heavy use, specifically in combination with other drugs, can lead to toxicity.
What are the side effects of Rohypnol?
The side effects of Rohypnol can vary from slight to serious. In general the effects tend to be typical of depressants. These include affecting a number of systems within the body that include the nervous and the respiratory system.

• Among the most common symptoms may be drowsiness and fatigue.
• Motor control can also be common. It may be manifested in a change in gait and slurred speech.
• There may be reduction in mental faculty as well. These may be apparent in increased confusion and forgetfulness. There may also be instances of amnesia.
• Respiratory depression can also occur.

Rohypnol can result in coma in some cases. Complete respiratory arrest and death may also result. Some individuals may experience excitability and aggressive behavior despite the drug's depressant nature.

How to treat Rohypnol abuse?
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