Drug Information.

In this section you will find descriptions of a wide variety of commonly found drugs or other substances.

We have included information on the effects of using the drug, the legal status of the drug, the risks involved in using the drug and how to minimise them too.

In most cases we have also provided a photograph showing the appearance of the drug although these may vary considerably.

Introduction to drugs

Different drugs have different effects - here's what you should consider:

Much depends on:

The drug and the quantity taken.
The mental and physical health of the user.
Their mood and expectations.
Where they are and who they're with at the time.

However, some drugs work in similar ways, and can be divided into broad categories:

Stimulants
Drugs which act on the central nervous system and increase brain activity. i.e. cocaine, speed, poppers, anabolic steroids, ecstasy and tobacco.

Depressants
Drugs which act on the central nervous system and slow down brain activity. i.e. alcohol, tranquillisers, gases, aerosols and glue.

Hallucinogens
Drugs which act on the mind, distorting the way users see and hear things, i.e. LSD, magic mushrooms, cannabis and ketamine.

Analgesics
Drugs which have a painkilling effect and which can also bring on feelings of warmth and contentment, i.e. heroin, morphine and opium.

Drug List