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Chemical names include: diazepam, flunitrazepam, temazepan (mazzies), nitrazepam. etc.
Trade names include: Valium, Ativan, Rohypnol (which has been called the 'date rape' drug), Mogadon (moggies), etc.

WHAT IT LOOKS LIKE/HOW IT'S TAKEN

Tranquillisers are prescribed by GPs as short-term treatment for anxiety, depression and sleep problems.
They are misused by some people to counter the effects of stimulant drugs, or taken in combination with alcohol or heroin.
Tranquillisers can be supplied lawfully only by a pharmacist to someone with a doctor's prescription.
While possession isn't illegal without a prescription (except in the case of temazepam), supply is against the law and Class C penalties apply.

THE EFFECTS

Tranquillisers calm users and slow them down mentally.
They relieve tension and anxiety.
Higher doses can make users drowsy and forgetful.

THE RISKS

Tranquillisers slow down reactions, making accidents more likely.
They are EXTREMELY DANGEROUS if mixed with alcohol.
Tolerance can develop. Users can become dependent, especially if they rely on the drug to calm them or help them to sleep.
Users trying to quit may suffer panic attacks.
Injecting crushed tablets or the contents of capsules is VERY DANGEROUS and can be lethal.

THE LAW
While possession is not illegal without a prescription (except temazepam and flunitrazepam), supply is against the law and class C penalties apply.

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