Drugs

TRANQUILLISERS

Appearance:

Tranquillisers come as tablets, capsules, injections or suppositories.

Effects:

• Tranquillisers have a sedative effect. They depress the nervous system and slow down the body.
• Relieve tension and anxiety.
• High doses can make the user sleepy and forgetful.
• High risk of physical and psychological dependence.

The Risks:

• Tranquillisers are a depressant and, if taken with other depressants, can lead to accidental overdose.
• May cause short-term memory loss.
• Unpleasant withdrawal symptoms, these can include a pounding headache, nausea, anxiety and confusion.
• Sudden withdrawal from high doses can cause panic attacks and fits.

The Law:

Tranquillisers are prescription only drugs, controlled under Class C of the misuse of drugs act.

It is illegal to possess tranquillisers without a prescription

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