Mandrax
White Pipe, Buttons, Bread
Mandrax slows down the central nervous system and has a sedative effect, giving you the feeling of relaxed and carefree. It is a synthetic drug which comes in the form of tablet varying in colour and size. Ingredients include methaqualone (a sedative-hypnotic) and diphenhydramine (an antihistamine with sedative-hypnotic effects).
Signs and Symptoms
A highly addictive drug causing physical and psychological dependence. Usually combined with marijuana, typical signs and symptoms may include the following:
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yellow stained hands
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bloodshot eyes
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gaunt appearance
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rotten teeth
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drowsiness
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unnatural sleeping patterns
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loss of appetite
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increased saliva secretion
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swollen abdomen
Paraphernalia commonly found:
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broken bottles and bottle necks
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homemade filters - known as a "Diamond"
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brown stained tissues
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containers used to spit in
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Lotto and Tab tickets in which tablets are crushed
Methods of Use
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Injected
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Smoked
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Orally
Adverse Effects
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Decreased alertness
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Decreased concentration
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Restlessness
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Increased sleep
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Poor coordination
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Confusion
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Aggression
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Depression
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Headaches
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Stomach pain
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Weight loss
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Red puffy eyes
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Slurred speech
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Nausea and vomiting
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Passing out
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Convulsions
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Respiratory failure
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Psychosis
Overdose Potential
Mandrax has a high overdose potential, especially when used with alcohol. Overdose is potentially lethal.
Withdrawal
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Headaches
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Insomnia
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Anxiety
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Irritability and aggression
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Seizures