THE DIFFERENT KIND OF DRUGS AND THEIR EFFECTS
Methamphetamine (Shabu)
-Increased heart rate and increased blood pressure, exhilarated, alert, awake,
Agitated, paranoid, confused, aggressive, aroused.
Cannabis (Marijuana)
-Many people experience a pleasant euphoria and sense of relaxation. Other common effects,
which may vary dramatically among different people, include heightened sensory perception
(e.g., brighter colors), laughter, altered perception of time, and increased appetite.
Ecstasy
-Floating sensations, vomiting, body temperature, high blood pressure, increased
heartbeat, hallucinations, irrational or bizarre behavior, convulsions (fits) increased
confidence and energy, lowered inhibitions, feelings of wellbeing, empathy, anxiety.
Hallucinogens
-Feelings of euphoria; blurred vision; sense of relaxation and well-being; confusion and
difficulty concentrating, thinking or maintaining attention; anxiety, agitation, paranoia and
feelings of panic; dizziness; blurred vision, increased breathing numbness.
Cocaine
-Feelings of euphoria, Increased energy, Increased alertness, Reduced need to sleep or eat,
Talkativeness, Abdominal pain, Anxiety, Dizziness, Increased blood pressure, body
temperature, and heart rate, Increased sensitivity to sounds, sights, Irritability.
Inhalants.
- feeling disorientated, decreased coordination, visual distortions, nausea, vomiting,
diarrhea, headaches, bloodshot eyes, increased confidence which can lead to risky
behavior, hallucinations blackout, convulsions, coma.
Sedatives/benzodiazepines
- drowsiness, light-headedness, confusion, dizziness, slurred speech, muscleweakness,
memory problems, constipation, nausea (feeling sick), dry mouth, blurred vision
Heroin
- Collapsed veins, Insomnia, Infections of your heart lining and valves, Skin infections like abscesses
and cellulitis, A higher chance of getting HIV/AIDS, hepatitis B, and hepatitis C, Liver and kidney
disease, Mental disorders, Lung diseases like pneumonia and tuberculosis, Euphoria
A dry mouth,Warm, flushed skin, Arms and legs that feel heavy,Upset stomach and vomiting
Opioids
- Drowsiness, constipation, euphoria, nausea, vomiting and slowed breathing. A person
using opioids over time can develop tolerance, physical dependence and opioid use
disorder, with the risk of overdose and death.
Losartan
- Feeling dizzy,Headaches,Feeling sick (nausea) ,Being sick (vomiting), Diarrhoea,
Pain in your joints or muscles.
Amoxicillin
- feeling sick (nausea) and diarrhoea. Liquid amoxicillin can stain your teeth. This does not
last and is removed by brushing. You can drink alcohol while taking amoxicillin.
Albuterol
- muscle pain or weakness, muscle cramps, or a heartbeat that does not feel normal – this can be
a sign of low potassium levels. very bad dizziness or you pass out.
Antihistamines
- sleepiness (drowsiness) and reduced co-ordination, reaction speed and judgement – do not
drive or use machinery after taking these antihistamines, dry mouth,blurred vision,difficulty
peeing.
Gabapentin
- Feeling sleepy, tired or dizzy, Feeling sick (nausea),Being sick (vomiting),Diarrhoea,Mood
changes,Swollen arms and legs,Blurred vision,Dry mouth.
Omeprazole
- Headaches. , Feeling sick (nausea),Being sick (vomiting) or diarrhoea,Stomach pain,
Constipation,Farting (flatulence).
Levothyroxine
- Chest pain, discomfort, or tightness,decreased urine output,difficult or labored breathing,
difficulty with swallowing,dilated neck veins,extreme fatigue,fast, slow, irregular, pounding, or
racing heartbeat or pulse,heat intolerance.
Atorvastatin
- Feeling sick (nausea) or indigestion,Headaches,Sore throat,Cold-like symptoms, such as a runny
nose, blocked nose or sneezing,Constipation or farting (flatulence),Diarrhoea.
Barbiturates
- Abnormally slow breathing, Coma,Confusion,
Fainting,Hallucinations,Temporary breathing cessation.
Benzodiazepines
- drowsiness,light-headedness,confusion,unsteadiness (dizziness),slurred speech,
muscle weakness,memory problems, constipation nausea (feeling sick),dry mouth
blurred vision.
Methadone
- headache, weight gain, Stomach pain, dry mouth, sore tongue, flushing, difficulty
urinating, mood changes, vision problems, difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep
Biogesic
- Dizziness, drowsiness, constipation, stomach upset, blurred vision, or dry
mouth/nose/throat may occur. If any of these effects last or get
worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
Sleeping pills
- Constipation or diarrhea, Dry mouth, Headaches, Muscle weakness.
Digestive problems, including gas, heartburn and nausea.
Neozep
- Phenylephrine HCl may cause tremor (muscle shaking), restlessness, anxiety (feeling of
uneasiness), insomnia/sleeplessness, nervousness, dizziness, increased blood pressure,
palpitation, arrhythmia (irregular heart beat), weakness, respiratory distress (noisy,
congested breathing), and pallor.
Tylenol
- red, peeling or blistering skin,rash,hives,itching,swelling of the face, throat, tongue, lips,
eyes, hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs,hoarseness,
difficulty breathing or swallowing.
Aspirin
- Abdominal or stomach pain, cramping, or burning,black, tarry stools,bloody or
cloudy urine,change in consciousness, chest pain or discomfort,convulsions, severe
or continuing, decreased frequency or amount of urine.difficult breathing.
Medicol
- Gastrointestinal: Stomach ulceration and/or bleeding, indigestion, heartburn,
nausea, vomiting, eating disorder, diarrhea, constipation, mouth ulcers
(stomatitis), flatulence, bloating, and abdominal pain. Kidneys: Blood in
the urine, kidney damage and kidney failure.
