A-Z of drugs
A chemical attraction...a fatal reaction?
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It’s important to remember that the word drugs covers a wide range of substances. They might be legal or illegal, useful or dangerous. It doesn’t matter if it’s coffee, alcohol, fags, hash, ecstasy, cocaine or paracetamol. They all have side effects and risks, some worse than others. Drug related problems depend on what drug is being used, who is using it and their mood (if you’re feeling down or stressed), why they’re taking it (to have fun or to escape from reality) and how much they’re taking.
With an illegal drug it’s impossible to be sure exactly what’s in it, if different drugs are mixed together or how strong it is. So even a drug you feel comfortable about taking might affect you badly if you get the wrong stuff.
In this section you'll find information on different types of illegal drugs and their effects as well as info on what to do when you or a friend has problems when taking drugs.
If you or someone you know has an urgent drugs and/or alcohol problem, for example: taken an overdose, fear the drug has been contaminated or experienced an unusual reaction to a drug then you should immediately: Go to the A&E department of the nearest hospital or CALL 999 Emergency Services.
The doctors and hospitals in your area will be listed in the Golden Pages: www.goldenpages.ie
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Drugs/ HIV Helpline
Tel: 1800 459 459 (Freephone)
Offers support, information, guidance and referral to anyone with a question or concern related to drug and alcohol use and/or HIV and sexual health. -
www.drugs.ie providing information, support and counselling in relation to drugs, substance misuse or addiction.
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