 Methods of Use
- Normally swallowed but sometimes crushed and injected.
The Effects
- Can reduce the symptoms of withdrawal from other drugs, feelings of relaxation, a loss of inhibitions, a dream like state can be felt. No feelings of worry or stress.
The Health Risk
- Violent outbursts, aggressive moods, longterm mental health issues, risks of STI's, rape and assaults - due to the lowering of inhibitions, individuals may put themselves in situations of risk without realising the consequences. If mixed with alcohol, this group of drugs become extremely dangerous. Tolerance, addiction.
The Law
- Possession of tranquillisers can result in a 2 year prison sentence and/or an unlimited fine.
- Dealing of tranquillisers can lead to a 14 year prison sentence and/or an unlimited fine.
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Tranquillisers