ROHYPNOL

Rohypnol is a strong CNS depressant that is commonly used to commit crimes.
It comes in pill form and can be crushed into powder, then snuck into drinks.

BACKGROUND/ORIGINS

• First synthesized by Roche in 1972
• First appeared in U.S. in the early 90's
• First used in Europe in 1975

EFFECTS

• Sedation
• Muscle relaxation
• Prevention of convulsions
• Reduction in anxiety
• Short term amnesia

STREET NAMES

• Roofinol
• Forget me drug
• Roches
• Roofies
• Ruffles

RECREATIONAL USES

• Often seen at parties, clubs, and raves
• Used to incapacitate victims
• Used in rape, theft, and suicide

MEDICAL USES

• Preanesthetic
• Short-term treatment for insomnia
• Treating depression caused by use of stimulants
• Illegal in U.S.

COST

• from 2 to 10 dollars
• Relatively inexpensive
• This makes it common

Works Cited
"Rohypnol Fast Facts." About.com Chemistry.
N.p., n.d. Web. 02 Apr. 2014.
"Rohypnol." Rohypnol. N.p., n.d. Web. 03 Apr. 2014.