Contents:
- Medical Video: Top 10 Most Dangerous Street Drugs
- 1. Marijuana
- The danger of short-term marijuana
- The danger of long-term marijuana
- 2. Sabu
- Danger of short-term shabu
- Danger of long-term shabu
- 3. Ecstasy
- The danger of short-term ecstasy
- The danger of long-term ecstasy
- 4. Heroin
- The danger of short-term heroin
- The danger of long-term heroin
Medical Video: Top 10 Most Dangerous Street Drugs
Every year, the number of drug users (narcotics and illegal drugs) in Indonesia continues to increase. The increase can even reach 40%. Because of the widespread use of drugs in Indonesia, this country has become the biggest drug market in Southeast Asia.This is still happening, one of them due to the lack of public education about the dangers of drugs.
Most drug users in Indonesia may only know at a glance about the effects and dangers of drugs, but have already been lulled by promises offered by dealers. As a result, many people don't think long and get trapped in a vicious circle that is hard to break. Therefore, first consider the dangers of various types of drugs that are popular in Indonesia below.
1. Marijuana
Cannabis is also known as marijuana, cannabis, cimeng, grass, weed, fuming, or pocong. This type of drug itself is processed from dried marijuana plants. Dried marijuana will be used by rolling it like a cigarette or being sucked through a pipe. Here are the dangers of marijuana in the short and long term.
The danger of short-term marijuana
Harmful compounds in marijuana, namely delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) will enter the bloodstream in less than 30 minutes. As a result, THC will disrupt the brain's receptor system so you will feel a sensation like hovering (high) Then, what happens is disturbed vision, extreme mood changes, limited body movements, weak coordination, difficulty thinking and making decisions, impaired memory, speech slurred, and the response becomes very slow.
The danger of long-term marijuana
Like other drugs, marijuana is very likely to cause addiction. If you are addicted, this is what may be experienced by long-term marijuana users.
- Decreased brain function such as thinking, remembering, concentrating, studying, and working.
- Respiratory disorders and lung diseases such as chronic cough, lung infection, wet lung, and lung cancer.
- The heartbeat is chasing so that it can trigger a heart attack.
- Pregnancy disorders and baby's health. THC that has entered the blood will affect the development of fetal organs. In addition, THC can also be transferred to babies through breast milk.
- Hallucinations, excessive fear and anxiety, and mental disorders such as depression and suicidal ideation.
2. Sabu
The most common type of drug used in Indonesia is methamphetamine. Sabu is a stimulant drug named methamphetamine. Other names for shabu are crystals, meth, SS and lime. The form of shabu that dealers sell is different. Users of methamphetamine can swallow pills, breathe in / smoke methamphetamine powder, or inject methamphetamine solution. Here are the effects of consuming methamphetamine in the short and long term.
Danger of short-term shabu
Using just a little methamphetamine can disrupt the levels of natural chemicals in the brain. Substances called dopamine will be produced excessively and can cause excessive joy. Usually the sensation is followed by symptoms like the one below.
- Breath hunting or panting
- Insomnia, can not be quiet, and restless
- Appetite disappears
- The heartbeat gets faster and hunts down
- Blood pressure rises
- Body temperature increases (hyperthermia)
Danger of long-term shabu
The danger of this one drug is serious and fatal. Long-term use or addiction to methamphetamine can cause the following effects.
- The risk of HIV, hepatitis B and hepatitis C infection increases
- The weight dropped dramatically
- Teeth and gums are destroyed
- Chronic itching to cause injury from scratching
- Aggressive attitude
- Hallucinations, paranoia, ling-lung, and excessive anxiety
- Decreased brain function such as the ability to think, learn, remember, and concentrate
3. Ecstasy
Ecstasy is a prohibited synthetic drug made from 3,4-methylenedioxy-methamphetamine (MDMA). Its properties are similar to hard stimulant and hallucinogenic drugs. Ecstasy is usually circulated at parties, discos, or nightclubs. Other names for esktasi include X, XTC, inex, and adam. Here are various ecstasy side effects for its users.
The danger of short-term ecstasy
The escalation effect can be felt within 30 minutes after consumption. After using ecstasy, this is what might happen to you.
- Excessive happy sensations
- Blurred vision
- Shivering
- A cold sweat
- Gigi chattered
- Muscle cramp
- Nausea
The danger of long-term ecstasy
Ecstasy can cause addiction. If you are already a permanent user or an ecstasy addict, the following changes may appear.
- Impulsive and aggressive behavior
- It's hard to remember and concentrate
- Appetite disappears
- Passion and sexual satisfaction decrease
- Sleep disturbance
- Excessive depression and anxiety
4. Heroin
Heroin is known as putau, powder, and etep. Heroin is an opioid drug derived from morphine which is usually used to relieve pain. The way to use it is to be injected, inhaled, or smoked. Here are the various dangers of this drug.
The danger of short-term heroin
After using heroin, users will feel a wave of happiness (rush) which is bloated. This sensation may be followed by the following side effects.
- Dry mouth
- Being in a condition between conscious and unconscious to coma
- Feet and hands feel heavy
- Brain damage
- Impaired heart and respiratory function
The danger of long-term heroin
Long-term use of heroin can be fatal and can cause the following.
- Liver and kidney disease
- Lung disease, including pneumonia
- Heart valve infection
- Teeth and gums are destroyed
- Appetite disappears until the weight decreases dramatically and malnutrition
- Dead
