Just the Facts on: Other Drugs

Salvia Divinorum

Salvia is a hallucinogenic drug that is part of the mint family and also known as SD, Sage, Divine and Magic Mint.Salvia Divinorum

When smoked the effects of Salvia come on very quickly and usually last between 5 and 15 minutes. There is then a comedown period of 20-40 minutes. The high from Salvia is very strong, terrifying and intense.

Effects

Salvia impairs your brain and leaves you with no memory of the high.

Short term effects

  • Hallucinations
  • Out of body experiences
  • Confusion
  • Loss of consciousness
  • Self inflicted injuries
  • Overdose

Long term effects

  • Depression
  • Suicidal tendencies
  • Schizophrenia
K2 - Spice

Synthetic cannabinoid which is marketed as a synthetic marijuana. This is a chemically-dried herb sold as incense but is smoked in order to obtain a marijuana-like high.Spice

Incense is sprayed with the chemical JWH and other unidentified toxic substances.

This drug can be 4 to 100 times more potent than THC the chemical in marijuana.

There have been several accounts of people committing suicide while using this drug.

Effects

  • Hallucinations
  • Severe agitation
  • Dangerously elevated heart rate
  • Panic attacks
  • Vomiting
  • Seizures
  • Coma

Currently there is legislation to prohibit the sale and possession of K2 and Salvia. Please visit the DEA website for more information on the ban of K2 and Salvia: www.justice.gov/dea

Bath Salts

This synthetic stimulant is a powder marketed as "bath salts" which provide a cocaine-like high.Ivory Wave Bath Salts

The powder that makes up this synthetic stimulant often contains mephedrone and methylenedioxpyrovalerone, also known as MDPV, which is a central nervous system stimulant that is not approved for medical purposes in the United States.

Effects

  • Hallucinations
  • Paranoia
  • Rapid and irregular heart beat
  • Suicidal thoughts