doug@drugsense.org Doug Snead http://drugpolicycentral.com/bot/ bot prototype concept-based agent drug war propaganda, players, and substances drug war all drug war topics drug of abuse implied / mentioned related to illegal drugs and prohibition propaganda a drug war propaganda event, campaign release, slogan, or theme http://drugpolicycentral.com/bot/propaganda/495lect12.htm http://drugpolicycentral.com/bot/pg/propaganda/ http://www.cafepress.com/drugpropaganda2 explicit prohibition propaganda an explicit drug war propaganda event, campaign release, slogan, or program http://www.sourcewatch.org/index.php?title=War_on_Drugs hated group drug war propaganda theme: hated groups http://drugpolicycentral.com/bot/pg/propaganda/theme1.htm#1 http://www.drugwarfacts.org/druguse.htm http://www.drugwarfacts.org/racepris.htm http://www.narcoterror.org/ addiction addition or drug dependency madness, violence, illness drug war propaganda theme: madness, violence, illness caused by drugs http://drugpolicycentral.com/bot/pg/propaganda/theme2.htm#2 http://www.drugwarfacts.org/crime.htm http://www.drugwarfacts.org/causes.htm http://www.drugwardistortions.org/distortion18.htm survival of society drug war propaganda theme: survival of society http://drugpolicycentral.com/bot/pg/propaganda/theme3.htm#3 use is abuse drug war propaganda theme: all use is abuse http://drugpolicycentral.com/bot/pg/propaganda/theme4.htm#alluseisabuse http://www.drugwarfacts.org/addictiv.htm gateway drug war propaganda theme: gateway http://drugpolicycentral.com/bot/pg/propaganda/theme4.htm#4 http://www.drugwarfacts.org/gatewayt.htm http://www.drugwardistortions.org/distortion7.htm gateway, use is abuse drug war propaganda theme: all use is abuse, gateway http://drugpolicycentral.com/bot/pg/propaganda/theme4.htm#4 children drug war propaganda theme: children corrupted by drugs http://drugpolicycentral.com/bot/pg/propaganda/theme5.htm#5 http://www.drugwarfacts.org/adolesce.htm demonize, war, epidemic drug war propaganda theme: demonize; use of drugs is epidemic; war http://drugpolicycentral.com/bot/pg/propaganda/theme6.htm#6 total prohibition drug war propaganda theme: total prohibiton or access http://drugpolicycentral.com/bot/pg/propaganda/theme7.htm#7 dissent attacked drug war propaganda theme: dissent attacked http://drugpolicycentral.com/bot/pg/propaganda/theme8.htm#8 Red Ribbon propaganda event Red Ribbon (Week) - prohibition propaganda event for kids http://www.google.com/search?q=%22Red+Ribbon%22+anti-drug http://www.google.com/search?q=1984+%22hate+week%22 drug of abuse drugs of abuse, so-called drugs drug ngo drug law prohibitionist infamous prohibitionist http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prohibition_(drugs) infamous prohibitionist (gov't.-hired) infamous prohibitionist who gets (or has gotten in the past) a government paycheck or money to bolster prohibition http://adrugwarcarol.com/ADWC.php?last=22 infamous prohibitionist (historical) infamous prohibitionist from history http://www.prohibitionists.org/ http://www.wctu.org/ government drug warrior various drug prohibition and propaganda agencies, police http://www.druglibrary.org/schaffer/dea/index.htm http://www.drugwarfacts.org/military.htm http://trac.syr.edu/tracdea/ government drug propaganda agency governmental anti-drug propaganda agencies, offices http://www.mapinc.org/campaign.htm a drug propaganda chief a chief government drug propaganda official http://mapinc.org/topic/drug+czar http://mapinc.org/topic/drugs+tsar drug detecting canine canine used to detect illegal drugs http://www.mapinc.org/find?237 prohibitionist ngo prohibition non-governmental organization http://www.alcoholfacts.org/CASAAlcoholStatisticsAbuse.html http://www.columbia.edu/cu/norml/cproject.html http://www2.potsdam.edu/hansondj/Controversies/20070111182248.html http://www.PDFA.net/ Straight, Inc. Straight, Inc.: rehabilitation, thought reform, $95 million and the destruction of young spirits. http://www.thestraights.com/ http://alexconstantine.blogspot.com/2007/08/mel-sembler-romney-money-mana-mel.html drug reformer often-mentioned anti-prohibitionist reformer general drug reformers general terms for drug reformers, or orgs that support reform tangentially drug reform ngo drug policy reform organization http://www.mapinc.org/dpr.htm november The November Coalition http://november.org drug reform party political parties that support drug reform pot polit. party cannabis political parties http://mapinc.org/perl/urlshow.pr?C=001 http://www.mapinc.org/mjparty.htm MAPInc MAP, Inc., DrugSense http://mapinc.org changetheclimate Change the Climate http://changetheclimate.org DRC Net Drug Reform Coordination Network http://stopthedrugwar.org DPA Drug Policy Alliance http://drugpolicy.org NORML National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws http://norml.org MPP Marijuana Policy Project http://mpp.org http://www.mpp.org/action http://www.mapinc.org/find?265 SSDP Students for a Sensible Drug Policy http://ssdp.org LEAP Law Enforcement Against Prohibition http://leap.cc Jack Cole http://leap.cc Bradley Jardis http://leap.cc Professor David Nutt David Nutt heads the Psychopharmacology Unit in the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, Bristol Imperial College, London http://www.bris.ac.uk/neuroscience/research/groups/pidetails/80 http://www.mapinc.org/people/David+Nutt Judge James P. Gray James P. Gray, a retired Orange County, Calif. judge http://mapinc.org/people/James+Gray ReconsiDer dedicated to reforming drug laws http://ReconsiDer.org NAADPC National African American Drug Policy Coalition famm Families Against Mandatory Minimums http://famm.org csdp Common Sense for Drug Policy http://csdp.org maps Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies http://www.maps.org safer colorado Safer Alternatives For Enjoyable Recreation http://www.safercolorado.org/ NH Common Sense Marijuana Policy The New Hampshire Coalition for Common Sense Marijuana Policy http://www.nhcommonsense.org/ asa Americans for Safe Access http://www.safeaccessnow.org/ Senlis Council Senlis Council is a think tank focusing on international counter-narcotics policies mapp Marijuana Anti-Prohibition Project csmp http://www.sensiblemarijuanapolicy.org Paul Armentano Allen St Pierre Kris Hermes Clifford W. Thornton, Jr. Clifford W. Thornton, Jr. http://www.norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=4504 Rick Steves Rick Steves david krahl David Krahl - former prohibitionist, now reformer http://thehill.com/leading-the-news/former-anti-marijuana-lobbyist-switches-sides-2008-08-14.html cjpf The Criminal Justice Policy Foundation http://www.cjpf.org Sentencing Project The Sentencing Project http://www.sentencingproject.org Kris Krane Kris Krane http://ssdp.org/wiki/index.php/Kris_Krane Eric Sterling Eric Sterling http://www.cjpf.org/about/ericbio.html http://www.mapinc.org/find?249 julie stewart http://famm.org kevin zeese http://www.csdp.org/kz/ jean marlowe http://www.mapinc.org/people/Jean+Marlowe Ethan Nadelmann Ethan Nadelmann http://www.drugpolicy.org/about/keystaff/ethannadelma/ Rob Kampia Robert Kampia http://www.mpp.org/ http://www.mapinc.org/find?260 Bruce Mirken Bruce Mirken http://www.mpp.org/ http://www.mapinc.org/find?261 Steve Fox Steve Fox http://www.mpp.org/ http://www.mapinc.org/find?262 Ben Masel Ben Masel Philippe Lucas Philippe Lucas http://www.drugsense.org/phil.htm http://www.mapinc.org/vics.htm Mark Greer Mark Greer http://www.mapinc.org/mg/ Marc Emery http://drugsense.org/url/8FsWPnB1 http://www.pot-tv.net/ http://cannabisculture.com David Malmo-Levine http://www.whyprohibition.ca/ http://opadml.blogspot.com/ http://www.pot-tv.net/archive/series/pottvseries-12-0.html http://www.cannabisculture.com/articles/3292.html Renee Boje http://www.reneeboje.com/ http://www.mapinc.org/renee.htm Steve Kubby http://www.kubby.com/ Edward Forchion cannabis activist Edward Forchion http://www.libertybelltemple.com/ http://www.njweedman.com/ ed rosenthal Ed Rosenthal http://www.green-aid.com/edrosenthal.htm David Borden David Borden http://stopthedrugwar.org/aboutdrc/ tom angell Tom Angell http://daregeneration.blogspot.com/ Dana Beal Dana Beal http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dana_Beal Willie Nelson Quote: The biggest killer on the planet is stress and I still think the best medicine is and always has been cannabis. (Willie Nelson) http://www.norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6616 Rick Doblin, founder of Maps.org http://www.maps.org/staff.html http://www.erowid.org/culture/characters/doblin_rick/doblin_rick.shtml loretta nall http://www.mapinc.org/people/Loretta+Nall cmmnj Coalition for Medical Marijuana New Jersey, Inc. chris conrad bob newland http://www.hemphasis.net/ stan pasqual Sensible Colorado Sensible Colorado http://sensiblecolorado.org Brian Vicente Brian Vicente http://www.safeaccessnow.org/article.php?id=3956 drug policy drug policy in general POSSIBLE LTE writer POSSIBLE letter-to-editor author (verify, esp. for more common names) http://www.mapinc.org/lte/topwrit.htm compassion club organization that legally distributes medical cannabis to doctor-approved patients named compassion club a specific compassion club California compassion club a California cannabis dispensary meeting scheduled meeting, talk, or conference harm reduction harm reduction http://www.mapinc.org/hr.htm http://www.drugwardistortions.org/distortion4.htm methadone maintenance a program where opioid (heroin) addicts are prescribed methadone as a substitute http://www.drugwarfacts.org/methadon.htm heroin maintenance a program where heroin addicts are prescribed heroin supervised injection center a supervised facility where injecting drug users may inject with medical staff on standby http://www.drugwarfacts.org/scfsif.htm needle exchange program to reduce disease by making clean syringes available to injecting drug users in exchange for used syringes http://www.drugwarfacts.org/syringee.htm http://www.mapinc.org/find?137 legalization drug decrim. or legalisaton http://www.mapinc.org/decrim.htm prohibition drug prohibition terms http://www.bccla.org/prohibition/nolin.htm http://www.aclu.org/drugpolicy/gen/10758pub19950106.html http://www.independent.org/pdf/tir/tir_07_2_levine.pdf http://www.druglibrary.org/schaffer/LIBRARY/studies/nc/nc2a.htm http://www.druglibrary.org/special/friedman/prohibition_and_drugs.htm http://thedea.org/prohibition.html http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prohibition_(drugs) hallucinogen the hallucinogens or psychedelics; also disassociatives http://www.MAPS.org/ http://www.erowid.org/ http://www.lycaeum.org/ http://www.mapinc.org/hallucinogens.htm http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Psychedelics%2C_dissociatives_and_deliriants psychoactive chemical Psychoactive Chemicals are chemicals which have mind- or emotion-altering properties. http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/chemicals.shtml psychactive plant Plants listed in this section are those which have been used by humans for their mind- or emotion-altering properties. http://www.erowid.org/plants/plants.shtml psychoactive pharmaceutical Psychoactive Pharmaceuticals are over-the-counter or prescription chemicals approved for human medicinal use, with mind- or emotion-altering properties http://www.erowid.org/pharms/pharms.shtml cataleptic cough suppressant skeletal muscle relaxant psychedelic anti cholinergic maoi a dissociative antivertigo nsai erectile dysfunction treatment opioid narcotic analgesic anaesthetic narcotic detoxification adjunct nmda antagonist sedative intoxicant phenethylamine compounds containing a modified phenethylamine molecular skeleton, which are found in the human brain, plants, and animals http://www.erowid.org/library/books_online/pihkal/pihkal.shtml veterinary anaesthetic antidepressant euphoric depressant anxiolytic psychedelic tryptamine opioid analgesic adhd treatment anti schizophrenic vasodialator smell enhancer dream potentiator topical anesthetic nonnarcotic analgesic dissociative psychedelic sedative hypnotic inebriating sedative antiemetic euphoric stimulant sedative dissociative anaesthetic antipsychotic poison alcoholic depressant intoxicant analgesic antihistamine atypical psychedelic anticonvulsant mood stabilizer sleep aid non opiate synthetic analgesic building muscle mass euphoric empathogen mild sedative nicotine addiction treatment antihypertensive deadly poison indirect skeletal muscle relaxant anti psychotic euphoriant antimigraine dissociative anaesthetic gas antitussive a substance that prevents or relieves cough deleriant a substance that induces delirium depressant substances that reduce functional activities or instinctive desires anesthetic psychedelic phenethylamine psychedelic http://www.maps.org/ http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Psychedelic http://www.psychedelic-library.org/ unknown intoxicant hypnotic opioid opiate-like but synthetic drugs http://managingpain.org/ euphoric tetracyclic antidepressant deliriant industrial toxin poison depressant intoxicant psychedelic stimulant anxiogenic tranquilizer various tranquilizers and antidepressants http://www.szasz.com/ stimulant a substance that produces stimulation anaesthetic volatile solvent mushroom psychedelic magic mushroom -type hallucinogens http://www.erowid.org/plants/mushrooms/mushrooms.shtml http://www.erowid.org/plants/amanitas/amanitas.shtml psilocybin psilocybin (3-(2-dimethylamino)ethylindol-4-ol dihydrogen phosphate) is an hallucinogen obtained from Psilocybe or Stropharia mushrooms. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Psilocybin methamphetamine methamphetamine http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/meth/meth.shtml http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Desoxyn http://www.mapinc.org/meth.htm http://www.drugwarfacts.org/methamph.htm http://www.druglibrary.org/schaffer/Library/studies/cu/CU39.html hemp industrial hemp (for food, fuel, fiber, etc.) http://www.mapinc.org/hemp.htm http://www.drugwarfacts.org/hemp.htm medical cannabis cannabis for medical use http://www.medicalmarijuanaprocon.org/ http://www.drugwarfacts.org/medicalm.htm http://www.mapinc.org/mmj.htm http://www.mapinc.org/find?253 acomplia Acomplia, the "anti-marijuana" drug, blocks central cannabinoid receptors (CB1) http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rimonabant narcotic a drug that dulls senses, relieves pain, induces sleep http://managingpain.org/ opiate a substance derived from the opium poppy http://managingpain.org/ NARCAN NARCAN (naloxone hydrochloride) is an opioid antagonist which prevents or reverses the effects of opioids http://www.drugs.com/pdr/narcan_injection.html 1,4-butanediol 1,4-Butanediol is an industrial chemical that acts as an intoxicating sedative. It is similar in effects to GHB and usually comes in liquid form. (butylene glycol) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/14b/ 2C-B 2C-B is a synthetic psychedelic that first gained popularity as a legal Ecstasy replacement in the mid 1980s. It is known for having a strong physical component to its effects and a moderate duration. (4-bromo-2,5-dimethoxyphenethylamine) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/2cb/ 2C-I 2C-I is an short-acting synthetic psychedelic. It gained some popularity in Europe and the U.S. (2001-2005) though it has only a short history of human use. (2,5-dimethoxy-4-iodophenethylamine) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/2ci/ 2C-T-7 2C-T-7 is a synthetic psychedelic known for its colorful visuals. It experienced a surge in popularity, due to internet sales, during 1999-2001 before being made illegal in the U.S. (2,5-dimethoxy-4-(n)-propylthiophenethylamine) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/2ct7/ 5-MeO-AMT 5-MeO-AMT is a long-acting synthetic psychedelic. It is very potent, requiring only very small dosages to produce full effects. (5-methoxy-alpha-methyltryptamine) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/5meo_amt/ 5-MeO-DIPT 5-MeO-DIPT is a stimulating psychedelic tryptamine publicized as a erotic enhancer. It experienced a surge in popularity due to internet sales from 1999-2001, before being made illegal in the U.S. (N,N-diisopropyl-5-methoxy-tryptamine) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/5meo_dipt/ 5-MeO-DMT 5-MeO-DMT is a naturally occurring psychedelic used in both ayahuasca brews and traditional S. American shamanic snuffs. It is present in many plants as well as some toad venom. It is comparable in effects to DMT though it produces less visuals and requires lower doses. (5-methoxy-N,N-dimethyltryptamine) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/5meo_dmt/ Absinthe Absinthe is a distilled spirit infused with herbs including the thujone-containing Aretmesia absinthium. Many describe its effects as significantly different than alcohol alone, but the nature of thujone's effects are much disputed. It was popularized in the late 19th century and associated with the bohemian artistic movements of the time. (Mixture) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/absinthe/ alcohol ethyl alcohol for drinking http://www.peele.net/ http://www.drugwarfacts.org/alcohol.htm amphetamines various amphetamines http://www.druglibrary.org/schaffer/Library/studies/cu/CU36.html Ayahuasca Ayahuasca is a powerfully psychedelic South American brew/tea traditionally made from the B. caapi vine and other admixtures such as P. viridis (or other DMT-containing plants). One of its primary effects is considered to be the vomiting (the purge) that accompanies the experience. The term ayahuasca is sometimes loosely used to mean any combination of an MAOI with DMT. (Mixture) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/ayahuasca/ http://www.serendipity.li/dmt/hoasca.html http://drugpolicycentral.com/bot/pg/ayahuasca.htm Barbiturate Barbiturates are a class of sedative drugs prescribed for anxiety and insomnia. Barbiturates were widely available on the street in the 1970s and '80s, though less so in the '90s and '00s. (Various (see below)) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/barbiturates/ Bufotenin Bufotenin is a naturally occurring psychedelic present in many species of plants and Bufo toad venom. There has been some controversy over the psychoactivity of bufotenin though recent data suggests it is similar in effects to, though less potent than, 5-MeO-DMT. (5-hydroxy-N,N-dimethyltryptamine) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/bufotenin/ BZ BZ is an anti-cholinergenic hallucinogen rumored to have been investigated by the CIA as a chemical warfare agent. It is also rumored to be the substance responsible for the Vietnam incidences depicted in the movie 'Jacob's Ladder'. Little is known about its possible effects. (3-quinuclidinyl benzilate) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/bz/ BZP BZP is a stimulant which gained popularity in some countries in the early 2000s as a legal alternative to amphetamine, methamphetamine, and MDMA. (1-benzylpiperazine) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/bzp/ Caffeine Caffeine is an extremely common stimulant used daily by a large portion of the world's population. It has a long history of use and is well-documented and -researched. (3,7-dihydro-1,3,7-trimethyl-1h-purine-2,6-dione) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/caffeine/ Carbogen Carbogen is a benign combination of carbon dioxide and oxygen which can be inhaled by people to intentionally cause an altered state of consciousness. It's effects are considered extremely unpleasant. (carbon dioxide & oxygen mixture) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/carbogen/ Cathinone Cathinone is a naturally occurring stimulant present in the Khat plant. Its effects and structure are similar to those of ephedrine and amphetamine. ((s)-2-amino-1-phenyl-l-propanone) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/cathinone/ mephedrone 4-Methylmethcathinone is "like ecstasy but its properties are much more similar to cocaine and amphetamines" http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/mephedrone Chloroform Chloroform is a volatile liquid that was used as an anaesthetic during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. (trichloromethane) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/chloroform/ cocaine cocaine; any form http://www.mapinc.org/coke.htm http://www.drugwarfacts.org/cocaine.htm http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/cocaine/ crack crack, or other cocaine freebase http://www.drugwarfacts.org/crack.htm dimethyltryptamine DMT is a powerful, visual psychedelic which produces short-acting effects when smoked. It is used orally in combination with an MAOI, as in ayahuasca brews. It is naturally produced in the human brain and by many plants. (N,N-dimethyltryptamine) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/dmt/ http://drugpolicycentral.com/bot/pg/ayahuasca.htm DOM DOM is a psychoactive chemical similar in nature to LSD but with a longer duration. It is best known for several well-publicized, non-fatal overdoses in the late 1960s, when sold under the name STP. (2,5-dimethoxy-4-methylamphetamine) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/dom/ DXM DXM is a widely available over-the-counter cough suppressant. When taken far above its standard medical dosage, it is a strong dissociative used primarily by teens. (dextromethorphan hydrobromide) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/dxm/ Ephedrine Ephedrine is the active ingredient in Ephedra sinica. One isomer (pseudoephedrine) is widely sold as a decongestant while the other (ephedrine) is a commonly used stimulant. ((-)-alpha-(1-methylaminoethyl)benzyl alcohol) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/ephedrine/ Ether Ether is a volatile liquid that's vapors act as an anaesthetic when inhaled. It has been used both medically and recreationally since the late 1800's. (diethyl-ether) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/ether/ GHB GHB is a sedative used both as a sleep-aid and as a recreational intoxicant. It is known for its ability to induce a short (several hour) coma-like sleep at high doses. A number of GHB-related deaths in combination with its addiction potential led to it being made illegal in 1999. (gamma-hydroxybutyrate) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/ghb/ GHV GHV is a sedative similar in nature to GHB but much less common. Its effects are not well understood. (gamma-hydroxyvalerate) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/ghv/ Harmala Harmala alkaloids are naturally occurring Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors which are best known for their use in combination with tryptamine source plants in ayahuasca brews. (Various) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/harmala/ heroin heroin, heroine, diamorphine http://www.mapinc.org/heroin.htm http://www.drugwarfacts.org/heroin.htm http://managingpain.org/ Ibogaine Ibogaine is the active chemical in the African Tabernanthe iboga root. It is a strong, long-lasting psychedelic used traditionally in a coming of age ritual but also known for its modern use in treating opiate addiction. (12-methoxyibogamine) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/ibogaine/ Inhalants Our understanding of the literature is that there is no such thing as safe use of most volatile solvents, aerosols or other street inhalants : their psychoactive effects may be inseparable from nerve and organ damage. (Various) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/inhalants/ Ketamine Ketamine is a dissociative psychedelic used medically as a veterinary and human anaesthetic. It is one of the few addictive psychedelics and is associated with researcher John Lilly. (2-(2-chlorophenyl)-2-(methylamino)-cyclohexanone) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/ketamine/ LSA LSA is a naturally occurring psychedelic found in many plants such as morning glory and hawaiian baby woodrose seeds. (d-lysergic acid amide) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/lsa/ lysergic acid diethylamide LSD is the best known and most researched psychedelic. It is the standard against which all other psychedelics are compared. It is active at extremely low doses and is most commonly available on blotter or in liquid form. (d-lysergic acid diethylamide) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/lsd/ MAOI MAOIs inhibit naturally occurring enzymes in the human body. This inhibition leads to increased levels of chemicals such as the neurotransmitters serotonin and dopamine. By slowing their metabolism, MAOIs also allow chemicals such as N,N-DMT, to become active when taken orally. (Various) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/maois/ mCPP mCPP is a 5-HT receptor agonist that has been used as a challenge drug in MDMA research. In the mid-2000s, it has shown up in legal alternatives to illegal stimulants (New Zealand), and pills sold as Ecstasy (Europe). (1-(m-chlorophenyl)piperazine) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/mcpp/ MDA MDA is a synthetic empathogen sometimes found in ecstasy tablets. It is closely related to MDMA though its effects are said to be slightly more psychedelic. (3,4-methylenedioxyamphetamine) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/mda/ MDE MDE is a synthetic empathogen sometimes found in ecstasy tablets. It is closely related to MDMA though its effects are said to be milder and less stimulating. (3,4-methylenedioxy-N-ethylamphetamine) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/mde/ MDMA MDMA: Ecstasy, E, X http://www.maps.org/research/mdma/ http://www.mapinc.org/mdma.htm http://www.drugwarfacts.org/ecstasy.htm http://www.drugwardistortions.org/distortion8.htm http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/mdma/ http://thedea.org/ MDPR MDPR is a synthetic phenethylamine. Very little is known about its possible effects as there is nearly no history of human use. (3,4-methylenedioxy-N-propylamphetamine) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/mdpr/ 4-MTA 4-MTA (4-methylthioamphetamine) is a long-lasting synthetic stimulant and serotonin agonist. (Rare. Blamed for deaths in 1990s.) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/4mta/4mta.shtml Mescaline Mescaline is a naturally occurring psychedelic with a long history of human use. It is best known as the primary active chemical in the peyote cactus. (3,4,5-trimethoxy-ss-phenethylamine) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/mescaline/ methadone Methadone is synthetic opioid analgesic that is a mu-opioid agonist with actions similar to morphine. It is used in the treatment of dependence on opioid drugs. http://www.csdp.org/news/news/handmmt.htm http://www.drugwarfacts.org/methadon.htm http://managingpain.org/ http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/methadone/ Methaqualone Methaqualone is a synthetic sedative best known for its medical and recreational popularity in the 1970s. (2-methyl-3-(2-methylphenyl)-4(3H)-quinazolinone) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/methaqualone/ MPTP MPTP is a contaminant that can result from sloppy synthesis of MPPP, a street analog of the opioid meperidine (Demerol). It is a known industrial toxin that was responsible for a rash of Parkinsons-like cases in the early 1980s which spurred the development of the federal Analogue Act in the U.S. (1-methyl-4-phenyl-1,2,5,6-tetrahydropyridine) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/mptp/ Nitrous Oxide Nitrous Oxide is an aesthetic gas best known for its use in dentistry and as a whipped cream propellant. It is widely available and its effects are short lasting. (nitrous oxide) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/nitrous/ Opium Opium is a naturally occurring analgesic harvested as a latex from ripe Papaver somniferum (opium poppy) pods. It has a long history of use by humans as an oral and smoked psychoactive. (Mixture) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/opium/ PCP PCP is a powerful psychedelic known for its dissociative effects at higher doses. It is best known for stories of the strange and sometimes violent behavior of people under its influence. (phencyclidine) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/pcp/ Piperazines Piperazines are a broad class of chemicals which include several stimulants (BZP, TFMPP, etc) as well as anti-vertigo agents (cyclizine, meclizine) and others (sildenafil/viagra). (Various) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/piperazines/ PMA PMA is a strong psychedelic which may cause dangerous overheating of the body. PMA has been sold in ecstasy tablets, and has lead to dangerous and fatal hyperthermia is some users. (para-methoxy-amphetamine) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/pma/ PMMA PMMA is a strong psychedelic which (like PMA) may cause dangerous overheating of the body. PMMA has been sold in ecstasy tablets, and has lead to dangerous and fatal hyperthermia is some users. (para-methoxy-meth-amphetamine) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/pma/pma_journal.shtml Scopolamine Scopolamine is a naturally occurring deleriant found in many solanaceous plants such as datura and belladonna. It is commonly used in research and has some medical applications. (alpha-(hydroxymethyl) benzeneacetic acid 9-methyl-3-oxa-9-aza-tricyclo[3.3.1.02,4] non-7-yl ester) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/scopolamine/ SSRI SSRIs are a class of pharmaceuticals that increase levels of serotonin in the brain. They are the most popular type of anti-depressants prescribed in the U.S. and have also been shown to reduce MDMA-related neurotoxicity in research animals. (Various) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/ssris/ TFMPP TFMPP is a synthetic piperazine most commonly combined with BZP. This combination has gained popularity in some countries as a legal alternative to other stimulants. TFMPPs effects alone are not well known. (3-trifluoromethylphenylpiperazine monohydrochloride) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/tfmpp/ TMA-2 TMA-2 is a synthetic psychedelic chemically similar to mescaline. It has only a short history of human use. (2,4,5-trimethoxyamphetamine) http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/tma2/ Acacia Acacia is a genus of shrubs and small trees, some of which produce DMT and 5-MeO-DMT in their bark and leaves. (Fabaceae (=Leguminosae; Mimosaceae), Acacia, maidenii; obtusifolia; phlebophylla) http://www.erowid.org/plants/acacia/ http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Acacia Psychoactive Amanitas Psychoactive Amanitas are mushrooms which contain the psychoactive chemicals ibotenic acid and muscimol. They have a long history of use in Asia and Northern Europe. They are best known for their distinctive appearance (bright reds and yellows with white spots). (Amanitaceae, Amanita, cothurnata; gemmata; muscaria; pantherina; regalis) http://www.erowid.org/plants/amanitas/ Anadenanthera Anadenanthera is a genus of trees, some of which produce DMT-containing seeds in pods. There is a long history of use of these seeds in South America. (Fabaceae (=Leguminosae; Mimosaceae), Anadenanthera, peregrina; colubrina; excelsa; macrocarpa) http://www.erowid.org/plants/anadenanthera/ Arundo Donax Arundo donax is a perennial, reed-like grass which contains DMT. It grows up to 8 meters tall along lakes streams and other wet sites. (Gramineae (=Poaceae), Arundo, donax) http://www.erowid.org/plants/arundo_donax/ Banisteriopsis Banisteriopsis caapi is a tropical vine which contains harmine and other harmala alkaloids in its stems. It has a long history of use in South American ayahuasca brews. (Malpighiaceae, Banisteriopsis, caapi; inebriens) http://www.erowid.org/plants/banisteriopsis/ Belladonna Belladonna is a 1-2 meter tall perennial herb that produces small red to black berries. These berries contain atropine, scopolomine and hyoscyamine and have a long history of use as a medicinal, poisonous, and ceremonial herb. (Solanaceae, Atropa, belladonna) http://www.erowid.org/plants/belladonna/ Betel Betel nuts, the fruit of the Areca catechu palm tree, contain the stimulant arecoline. The ground nuts are combined with mineral lime and wrapped in the leaf of a Betel palm, from which the nut gets its name. Variants of this combination are extremely common in many Asian cultures and have a long history of human use. (Arecaceae (=Palmaceae), Areca, catechu) http://www.erowid.org/plants/betel/ Blue Lily Agapanthus africanus (Blue Lily) is sometimes confused with Nymphaea caerulea (Blue Lotus). There are no known psychoactive effects of A. africanus and no history of human use. It is included here only to differentiate it from Nymphaea caerulea. (Liliaceae, Agapanthus, africanus; umbellatus) http://www.erowid.org/plants/bluelily/ Blue Lotus Nymphaea caerulea (blue lotus) is a water lotus with beautiful blue flowers. It is believed to have been used by the ancient Egyptians as a medicine and ritual herb. Dried flowers are sometimes smoked for a mild sedative effect. (Nymphaeaceae, Nymphaea, nouchali var. caerulea (=caerulea)) http://www.erowid.org/plants/bluelotus/ Brugmansia Brugmansia is a small to mid-size tree with large, strong-smelling, trumpet-shaped flowers hanging downward. Most parts of the plant contain atropine, scopolamine and hyoscyamine. It has been used as an admixture plant in ayahuasca brews as well as in poisons and medicines in S. America. (Solanaceae, Brugmansia, arborea; candida; sanguinea; ...) http://www.erowid.org/plants/brugmansia/ Brunfelsia Brunfelsia are a small to medium sized tree which produces white and purple flowers. It has been used as an admixture in ayahuasca brews as well as having a reputation as an aphrodisiac. It has a history of medicinal use in S. America. (Solanaceae, Brunfelsia, charicaspi; grandiflora; latifolia) http://www.erowid.org/plants/brunfelsia/ Cacahuaxochitl Quararibea funebris is an aromatic tree that's flowers are closely associated with traditional cacao use, especially as a froth thickener for the Oaxacan cacao drink tejate. It has been suggested as a possible identification of the aztec entheogen "poyomatli". (Bombacaceae, Quararibea, funebris) http://www.erowid.org/plants/cacahuaxochitl/ Psychoactive Cacti Most psychoactive cacti contain mescaline as their primary active chemical. The best known of these are San Pedro, Peruvian Torch, and Peyote (separate vault). (Cactaceae, Trichocereus (New: Echinopsis), bridgesii; cuzcoensis; fulvinanus; pachanoi; peruvianus; macrogonus; taquimbalensis; terscheckii; validus; werdermannianus) http://www.erowid.org/plants/cacti/ Calea zacatechichi Calea zacatechichi is a medium sized shrub that has reportedly been used by the Chantal indians of Mexico as a hallucinogen. Its dried leaves are used before sleep to increase dreaming. Its effects are not well documented. (Compositae, Calea, zacatechichi) http://www.erowid.org/plants/calea_zacatechichi/ cannabis cannabis (marijuana) product or use http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Religious_and_spiritual_use_of_cannabis http://www.cannabisculture.com/articles/1775.html http://mapinc.org/perl/urlshow.pr?C=012 http://www.medicalmarijuanaprocon.org http://www.pot-tv.net http://www.marijuananews.com/ http://www.cannabisculture.com http://druglibrary.org/schaffer/hemp/hempmenu.htm http://www.drugwarfacts.org/marijuan.htm http://www.mapinc.org/pot.htm hashish a concentrated form of cannabis http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hashish cannabis festival a festive celebration of cannabis reefer madness (violent) mental illness, allegedly caused by cannabis use http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=7681 http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=7592 http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=7253 http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=7267 http://www.drugwardistortions.org/distortion18.htm http://drugpolicycentral.com/bot/pg/propaganda/reefermadness.htm http://drugpolicycentral.com/bot/pg/propaganda/reefer_madness_movie_script.htm http://drugpolicycentral.com/bot/pg/propaganda/reefermindcontrol.htm http://www.mapinc.org/topics/psychosis http://www.mapinc.org/find?252 Cestrum Cestrum parqui and C. nocturnum are mid-sized bushes native to Central and South America. Various parts including the leaves, bark, berries, and flowers are used in smoking blends, as tea, or ingested as a hallucinogen. There is little specific info about the use of this plant as a psychoactive. (Solanaceae, Cestrum, nocturnum (=hirtellum); parqui (=salicifolium, virgatum)) http://www.erowid.org/plants/cestrum/ Coca Erythroxylum coca is a high altitudes S. American shrub that's leaves are the source of cocaine. The leaves are "chewed" (held in the cheek) in combination with mineral lime to provide physical and mental stimulation and reduction in altitude sickness. It has a long history of human use. (Erythroxylaceae, Erythroxylum, coca; novagranatense) http://www.erowid.org/plants/coca/ Coleus Coleus is an annual herb grown for its brilliant foliage. It has been used by the Mazatec indians of Oaxaca as a replacement for S. divinorum, though little is known about its effects or active chemicals. (Lamiaceae (Former: Labiatae), Solenostemon (Former: Coleus), pumilus; scutellarioides (Former: blumei)) http://www.erowid.org/plants/coleus/ Desmanthus illinoensis Desmanthus illinoensis is a perennial weed legume growing from .3 to 1 meter tall. It has fern-like leafed branches and produces N,N-DMT in its root bark. (Fabaceae (=Leguminosae; Mimosaceae), Desmanthus, illinoensis; leptolobus) http://www.erowid.org/plants/d_illinoensis/ Datura Datura is a woody-stalked, leafy herb growing up to 2 meters. It produces spiney seed pods and large white or purple trumpet-shaped flowers that face upward. Most parts of the plant contain atropine, scopolamine, and hyoscyamine. It has a long history of use both in S. America and Europe and is known for causing delerious states and poisonings in uninformed users. (Solanaceae, Datura, ceratocaula; inoxia; metel; stramonium; ...) http://www.erowid.org/plants/datura/ Desfontainia Desfontainia spinosa is a small evergreen shrub native South America. The leaves and fruit are made into a hallucinogenic tea. There is little specific info about the use of this plant as a psychoactive. (Desfontainiaceae, Desfontainia, spinosa (=obovata; parvifolia); hookeri) http://www.erowid.org/plants/desfontainia/ Diplopterys cabrerana Diplopterys cabrerana is a tropical vine which produces DMT in its leaves. It has been used as an admixture plant in S. American ayahuasca brews. (Malpighiaceae, Diplopterys (Former: Banisteriopsis), cabrerana (Former: rusbyana)) http://www.erowid.org/plants/diplopterys/ Ephedra Ephedra is a low stalky shrub with jointed green to brown stems and tiny unnoticeable leaves. It is the source of ephedrine alkaloids and has an extremely long history of use in China. Supplements containing ephedra extracts are a popular herbal stimulant. (Ephedraceae, Ephedra, sinica; equisetina; nevadensis; viridis; ...) http://www.erowid.org/plants/ephedra/ Ergot Ergot is a fungus that infects cereal grains, replacing kernels of the fruit with small black masses of mycelium. It produces ergotamine, a potent vasoconstrictor and precursor to LSD. Ergot poisoning (St Anthony's Fire) causes hallucinations, gangrenous loss of limbs, and death. Outbreaks plagued medieval Europe and were associated with witchcraft and the Inquisition. (Hypocreaceae, Claviceps, purpurea (rye); africana (sorghum); paspali) http://www.erowid.org/plants/ergot/ Guarana Guarana is a creeping rainforest shrub thats seeds contain high levels of caffeine and other xanthines. It has a long history of use in S. America as a stimulant. (Sapindaceae, Paullinia, cupana) http://www.erowid.org/plants/guarana/ Hawaiian Baby Woodrose Hawaiian Baby Woodrose is a perennial climbing vine with large heart-shaped leaves and white trumpet-shaped flowers. Its large furry seeds grow in seed pods and contain the psychedelic LSA. (Convolvulaceae, Argyreia, nervosa) http://www.erowid.org/plants/hbw/ Henbane Hyoscyamus niger is a biennial herb growing up to 1 meter that produces veined yellow flowers and large quantities of seeds. All parts of the plant contain scopolamine, atropine, and hyoscyamine and can be deadly poisonous. (Solanaceae, Hyoscyamus, niger) http://www.erowid.org/plants/henbane/ Tabernanthe iboga Tabernanthe iboga is a rainforest shrub growing to 2 meters. Its roots contains ibogaine, a strong long-lasting psychedelic that has been used traditionally in West African coming of age rituals. Iboga extracts are also used in treating opiate addiction. (Apocynacae, Tabernanthe, iboga) http://www.erowid.org/plants/iboga/ Justicia pectoralis Justicia pectoralis is an erect herb growing up to 60 cm tall and producing white or pink flowers. Its leaves and stems contain coumarin, an anticoagulant. It is used medicinally in S. America and has been used as an admixture in virola snuffs, partially for it's vanilla-like smell. (Acanthaceae, Justicia, Pectoralis) http://www.erowid.org/plants/justicia/ Kanna Sceletium tortuosum is a succulent groundcover which produces showy white flowers with threadlike petals. It's fermented roots and leaves were chewed by the hotentot tribe of S. Africa as a vision inducing entheogen and inebriant. The plant contains mesembrine though the pharmacology of kanna is not fully understood. (Mesembryanthemaceae, Sceletium (Mesembryanthemum), emarcidum; tortuosum) http://www.erowid.org/plants/kanna/ Kava Kava is a tropical evergreen shrub with large heart-shaped leaves and woody stems. Its thick roots are mashed or ground and made into a cold beverage used similarly to alcohol. It has a long history of ritual and recreational use in Pacific Polynesia and is now a common herbal product. (Piperaceae, Piper, methysticum) http://www.erowid.org/plants/kava/ Khat Catha edulis is an drought-tolerant evergreen shrub thats leaves contain cathinone and cathine. These leaves are traditionally chewed by people of E. Africa and the Middle East as a stimulant. It has a long history of human use. (Celastraceae, Catha, edulis) http://www.erowid.org/plants/khat/ Kratom Mitragyna speciosa is a leafy tree that grows from 3-15 meters tall. It's leaves contain mitragynine and are chewed as an opiate substitute and stimulant in Thailand and South-East Asia, primarily among the working class. It has a relatively long history of human use. (Rubiaciae, Mitragyna, speciosa) http://www.erowid.org/plants/kratom/ Wild Lettuce Biennial, growing up to 2-4 feet, maximum height of 6 feet (cultivated plants usually smaller). The erect stem, springing from a brown tap-root, is smooth and pale green, sometimes spotted with purple. Leaves are from 6 to 18 inches long, flowers are pale yellow, with large open clusters. (Asteraceae / Compositae, Lactuca, virosa) http://www.erowid.org/plants/lactuca/ Lagochilus inebrians Lagochilus inebrians is a small deciduous shrub growing to 1 meter. The leaves, stems, and flowers contain lagochiline and are toasted and made into tea as an intoxicant in Turkistan. (Lamiaceae (Former: Labiatae), Lagochilus, inebrians [Bunge]) http://www.erowid.org/plants/lagochilus/ Leonotis leonurus Leonotis leonurus is a shrubby perennial growing 2-3 meters tall and producing red, orange, yellow, or white tubular flowers. The dried flowers, when smoked, provide a mild sedation reminiscent of Cannabis. They have a history of use in S. Africa as an intoxicant. (Lamiaceae (Former: Labiatae), Leonotis (Former: Phlomis), leonurus (or Leonorus)) http://www.erowid.org/plants/leonotis_leonurus/ Sacred Lotus The dried flowers of certain species of lotus (also called water lilies), are sometimes smoked, made into a tea, or macerated in alcohol for a mild sedative effect. (Nymphaeaceae, Nelumbo, nucifera) http://www.erowid.org/plants/lotus/ Mandrake Traditionally known as an aphrodisiac and closely associated with witchcraft. Poisonous. (Solanaceae, Atropa (former: Mandragora), mandragora (former: officinalis)) http://www.erowid.org/plants/mandrake/ Mescal Sophora secundiflora is a tall evergreen shrub with violet flowers and silvery pods containing bright red seeds or beans. Mescal beans are highly toxic but may have been used traditionally as a divinatory material, though this is contested. Mescal beans do not contain mescaline. (Fabaceae (=Leguminosae), Sophora, secundiflora) http://www.erowid.org/plants/mescal/ Mimosa Mimosa tenuiflora and M verrucosa are perennial drought-resistant shrubs. They have fern-like leafed branches and produces DMT in their root bark. (Fabaceae (=Leguminosae; Mimosaceae), Mimosa, tenuiflora (=hostilis); verrucosa) http://www.erowid.org/plants/mimosa/ Morning Glory Ipomoea violacea is a common ornamental vine with heart-shaped leaves and bright white, pink, or purple flowers and small, black seeds that contain LSA. Because of its fast growth and prodigious seed production, many jurisdictions consider it an invasive weed plant. It has a long history of use in Central to Southern Mexico. (Convolvulaceae, Ipomoea, violacea) http://www.erowid.org/plants/morning_glory/ Mucuna pruriens Mucuna pruriens is a tropical vine growing from 3-18 meters with white to dark purple hanging flowers. It's bean-like pods are covered with long stinging hairs and contain black, white, or tan seeds. The leaves, seeds, stems and roots contain L-Dopa, Serotonin, 5-HTP, and Nicotine, as well as N,N-DMT, Bufotenine, and 5-MeO-DMT. It has a tradition of use as a Ayurvedic aphrodesiac, treatment for parkinsons, ayahuasca admixture, and coffee substitute (Nescafe). (Fabaceae (=Leguminosae), Mucuna, pruriens) http://www.erowid.org/plants/mucuna_pruriens/ Nutmeg Myristica fragrans is a large evergreen tree that's fruit contains a large central seed (the nutmeg). It is used as a spice as well as acting as a deliriant if consumed in large quantities. Its effects are long-lasting and are considered unpleasant by most who experience them. (Myristicaceae, Myristica, fragrans) http://www.erowid.org/plants/nutmeg/ Ololiuqui Rivea corymbosa is a large, woody vine with narrow, heart shaped leaves and white, bell-shaped flowers. The plant has been identified as the Aztec visionary intoxicant oliliuhqui. Oliliuhqui's round seeds contain LSA and they have a long history of use in Central Mexico. (Convolvulaceae, Rivea (=Turbina), corymbosa) http://www.erowid.org/plants/ololiuqui/ Passion Flower Passion Flower is a woody vine with intricate blue, purple, red, or white flowers. Several species, which act as sedatives and anxiolytics, are consumed as a tea or herbal supplement. Some Passion Flower species may contain small amounts of MAOIs, potentially interacting with other chemicals and medications. And some species, notably P. caerulea, also contain poisonous cyanogenic glycoside. (Passifloraceae, Passiflora, incarnata, involucrata, alata, edulis, quadrangularis, caerulea) http://www.erowid.org/plants/passionflower/ Peyote Peyote is a small, spineless cactus that contains mescaline as it's primary active chemical. It has a long history of use among the natives of northern Mexico and SW United States. (Cactaceae, Lophophora, williamsii; diffusa) http://www.erowid.org/plants/peyote/ Phalaris Phalaris aquatica, arundinacea, and canariensis are species of waist-high, blue-green, perennial grasses which contain DMT. (Poaceae, Phalaris, aquatica (=tuberosa); arundinacea; canariensis) http://www.erowid.org/plants/phalaris/ Pituri D. hopwoodii is an Australian shrub which contains both nicotine and tropane alkaloids. A quid of the powdered leaves and stems of this shrub, mixed with alkaline ash and sometimes other plants, has a long history of use in traditional Aboriginal society and culture. (Solanaceae, Duboisia, hopwoodii) http://www.erowid.org/plants/pituri/ Papaver somniferum Papaver somniferum is a annual that with brilliant white or red flowers growing on a central bulbous pod. When scratched, the pod produces a milkly latex called opium. This latex contains a variety of opiates including codeine and morphine. It has a long history of use in Asia and Europe. (Papaveraceae, Papaver, somniferum) http://www.erowid.org/plants/poppy/ Psychotria viridis Psychotria viridis is a shrub or small tree with small red fruit and long, narrow leaves which produce N,N-DMT. There is a long history of use of these leaves in South American ayahuasca brews. (Rubiaceae, Psychotria, viridis; carthaginensis) http://www.erowid.org/plants/psychotria/ Salvia Divinorum Salvia divinorum is a sprawling perennial herb which grows wild only in the Sierra Mazatec region of Mexico. It's leaves contain the extremely potent salvinorin-A. It has a history of use as a divinatory psychedelic for oral use and has been widely available since the mid 1990s primarily as a smoked herb. Its effects are considered unpleasant by many people. (Lamiaceae (Former: Labiatae), Salvia, divinorum; splendens) http://www.erowid.org/plants/salvia/ http://www.sagewisdom.org/ Sinicuichi Heimia salicifolia is a perennial shrub with small narrow leaves and yellow flowers growing up to 1.5 meters. It has been identified as the Aztec hallucinogen "sinicuichi" though this fact is controversial. Sinicuichi is reported to be an auditory hallucinogen, but the effets of H. salicifolia are not well known. (Lythraceae (Loosestrife), Heimia, salicifolia; myrtifolia) http://www.erowid.org/plants/sinicuichi/ St John's Wort St John's Wort is a perennial herb growing from 1-3 feet tall. Erect stems branch in upper parts with small pale green leaves. Flowers are bright yellow in terminal clusters with long hairy yellow stamens. (Hypericaceae, Hypericum, perforatum) http://www.erowid.org/herbs/sjwort/ Stipa robusta Stipa robusta is a perennial grass thats leaves are sometimes infected with the LSA-containing Acremonium endophyte. It is known for causing drowsiness and stupor in grazing horses. (Gramineae, Stipa, robusta (=vaseyi)) http://www.erowid.org/plants/stipa/ Syrian Rue Peganum harmala is a perennial shrub with fleshy spikey-looking leaves, growing up to 1 meter tall. Its small, brown seeds contains harmine and other harmala alkaloids. It is one of the plants speculated to be the Soma or Haoma of ancient Persia. (Zygophyllaceae, Peganum, harmala) http://www.erowid.org/plants/syrian_rue/ Tabernaemontana Tabernaemontana are generally large shrubs or small trees native to the tropical rain forests of Central and South America, Africa, and Australia. Several species have been found to contain indole alkaloids including ibogaine and voacangine. (Apocynaceae, Tabernaemontana (Ervatamia; Peschiera), coffeoides; crassa; dichotoma; orientalis; sananho) http://www.erowid.org/plants/tabernaemontana/ Tobacco Tobacco is an annual or bi-annual growing 1-3 meters tall with large sticky leaves that contain nicotine. Native to the Americas, tobacco has a long history of use as an shamanic inebriant and stimulant. It is extremely popular and well-known for its addictive potential. (Solanaceae, Nicotiana, rustica; tabacum L.; ...) http://www.erowid.org/plants/tobacco/ Virola Virola is a genus of large trees, some of which produce a red, N,N-DMT- and 5-MeO-DMT-containing resin from the inner bark. There is a long history of use of this resin in South American snuffs. (Myristicaceae, Virola, theiodora; calophylla; calophylloidea; cuspidata; elongata; lorentensis; peruviana; rufula; sebifera; surinamensis) http://www.erowid.org/plants/virola/ Voacanga africana Voacanga africana is a small tropical tree with yellow or white flowers. The bark and seeds of the tree contain iboga alkaloids and have been used in Western Africa as a poison, stimulant, aphrodisiac and psychedelic. (Apocynaceae, Voacanga, africana) http://www.erowid.org/plants/voacanga_africana/ Wormwood Artemisia absinthium is a silvery-green perennial herb growing up to 1.5 meters tall which contains the volatile oil thujone. It is added to distilled ethanol to create absinthe. Its effects alone are not well understood. (Compositae (Composite), Artemisia, absinthium) http://www.erowid.org/plants/wormwood/ Yerba Mate Ilex paraguariensis is a small S. American tree that's leaves contain caffeine and other xanthines. The toasted leaves have a long history of use as a stimulant tea. Falsely rumored to contain a unique chemical mateine. (Aquifoliaceae, Ilex, paraguariensis) http://www.erowid.org/plants/yerba_mate/ Yohimbe Pausinystalia yohimbe is a West African tree thats bark contains yohimbine. It has a long history of human use as a stimulant and aphrodisiac. It is commonly sold as an herbal supplement to improvie erectile function. (Rubiaceae, Pausinystalia (=Corynanthe), yohimbe) http://www.erowid.org/plants/yohimbe/ Acetaminophen Acetaminophen is a non-salicylate analgesic and antipyretic (pain killer and fever reducer). It is a common over-the-counter pain medication found in hundreds of products around the world. At higher doses it is known to cause liver-damage. (N-(4-hydroxyphenyl)acetamide) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/acetaminophen/ Alprazolam Alprazolam is a benzodiazepine anxiolytic commonly prescribed as a sleep aid and for the treatment of anxiety disorders. It is considered to be one of the shorter duration benzodiazepines. (8-chloro-1-methyl-6-phenyl-4H-[1,2,4]-triazolo[4,3-a] [1,4]benzodiazepine) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/alprazolam/ Amineptine Amineptine is an atypical tricyclic antidepressant and central nervous system stimulant. It is an indirect dopamine agonist, with additional stimulation of the adrenergic system. Its antidepressant effects are similar to other tricyclic antidepressants but it has a more rapid action, is better tolerated and has little cardiovascular, analgesic or anorectic effects. (7-[(10,11-dihydro-5H-dibenzo[a,d]cyclohepten-5-yl)amino] heptanoic acid) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/amineptine/ Amitriptyline Amitriptyline HCl is a tricyclic antidepressant used in the treatment of depression and occasionally sleep disorders. (3-(10,11-dihydro-5H-dibenzo[a,d]cycloheptene-5-ylidene)- N,N-dimethyl-1-propanamine hydrochloride) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/amitriptyline/ Atomoxetine Atomoxetine is a selective norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) approved as a less stimulating treatment for ADHD in 2002 (U.S.). The precise mechanism by which it produces its therapeutic effects is unknown, but is thought to be related to its SNRI action. ((-)-N-methyl-3-phenyl-3-(o-tolyloxy)-propylamine) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/atomoxetine/ Benzodiazepine Benzodiazepines are a class of gabaminergic psychoactive chemicals used in the treatment of anxiety and sleep disorders. This class includes alprazolam (Xanax), diazepam (Valium), clonazepam (Klonopin) and others. Most benzodiazepine names end in "pam" or "am". (Various) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/benzodiazepine/ Bromazepam Bromazepam is a sedative used in the treatment of anxiety. (7-bromo-1,3-dihydro-5-(2-pyridyl)-2H-1,4-benzodiazepin-2-one) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/bromazepam/ Buprenorphine Buprenorphine is a semi-synthetic opiate derived from thebaine. It is an analgesic (pain killer) and has gained a great deal of notoriety for its ability to interrupt severe opiate addiction, including heroin and methadone addictions. It was approved by the FDA in 2002 for use as an opiate addiction treatment. (17-(cyclopropylmethyl)-alpha-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-4,5-epoxy- 18,19-dihydro-3-hydroxy-6-methoxy-alpha-methyl-6,14- ethenomorphinan-7-methanol) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/buprenorphine/ Bupropion Bupropion is a prescription antidepressant which acts as a dopamine and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor. It is used to treat attention deficit disorder, bipolar depression, chronic fatigue syndrome, nicotine addiction, cocaine addiction, and lower back pain. It causes seizures at high doses. (1-(3-chlorophenyl)-2-[(1,1-dimethyl-ethyl)amino]-1-propanone) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/bupropion/ Carisoprodol Carisoprodol is a prescription muscle relaxant which was approved by the FDA in 1959. (ester with 2-(hydroxymethyl)-2-methylpentylisoproplylcarbamate) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/carisoprodol/ Chloral Hydrate Chloral hydrate is one of the oldest sedative-hypnotics. It was first synthesized in 1832 and is still in use today. (1,1,1-trichloro-2,2-ethanediol) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/chloral_hydrate/ Chlordiazepoxide Chlordiazepoxide is a benzodiazepine prescribed for anxiety and panic disorders, acute alcohol withdrawal symptoms, tension headaches, and other symptoms relieved by tranquilizers. It has slight analgesic and appetite-stimulating effects. (7-chloro-2-(methylamino)-5-phenyl-3H-1,4-benzodiazepine- 4-oxide) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/chlordiazepoxide/ Chlorpromazine Chlorpromazine is most commonly used to treat psychotic disorders. (2-chloro-N,N-dimethyl-10H-phenothiazine-10-propanamine) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/chlorpromazine/ Citalopram Citalopram is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) prescribed as an anti-depressant. It was approved by the FDA in 1998. (1-[3-(dimethylamino)propyl]-1-(4-fluorophenyl) 01,3-dihydro-5-isobenzofurancarbonitrile) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/citalopram/ http://google.com/search?q=Citalopram+suicides Clonazepam Clonazepam is a benzodiazepine and anti-convulsant used in the treatment of seizures and panic disorder. Tolerance develops over time. (5-(2-chlorophenyl)-1,3-dihydro-7-nitro2H-1,4-benzodiazepin-2-one (C15H10ClN3O3)) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/clonazepam/ Clonidine Clonidine is used primarily as an antihypertensive in the treatment of high blood pressure but is also used in the treatment of migraine headaches, depression, menopausal flushing, as a pre-operative sedative in children (unusual), alcohol, opiate and nicotine withdrawal, and a variety of other disorders. (2-(2,6-dichlorophenylamino)-2-imidazoline hydrochloride) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/clonidine/ Codeine Codeine is an opiate used in the treatment of pain and to reduce coughing. It occurs naturally in the opium poppy and as such has a long history of human use. ((5alpha,6alpha)-7,8-Didehydro-4,5-epoxy-3-methoxy- 17-methylmorphinan-6-ol) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/codeine/ Cyclizine Cyclizine is a piperazine-derivative antihistamine used in the treatment of motion sickness (similar to dimenhydrinate/dramamine). (1-diphenylmethyl-4-methylpiperazine) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/cyclizine/ Cyclobenzaprine Cyclobenzaprine is a CNS depressant and skeletal muscle relaxant. It is effective at relieving muscle spasms of local origin without interfering with muscle function but is ineffective in treating muscle spasms due to cns disease. It is also prescribed as a sleep-aid. (3-(5H-dibenzo[a,d] cyclohepten-5-ylidene)-N,N-dimethyl-1-propanamine hydrochloride) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/cyclobenzaprine/ Diazepam Diazepam (valium) is a benzodiazepine anxiolytic used in the treatment of anxiety disorders, seizures, muscle spasms, and alcohol withdrawal. It is one of the best known benzodiazepines. (7-chloro-1,3-dihydro-1-methyl-5-phenyl-2H-1,4-benzodiazepin-2-one) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/diazepam/ Dimenhydrinate Dimenhydrinate (Dramamine) is an anti-emetic and anti-histamine commonly available over-the-counter as a motion sickness remedy. At high doses it causes delerium and hallucinations. (o-benzhydryldimethylaminoethanol 8-chlorotheophyllinate) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/dimenhydrinate/ Diphenhydramine Diphenhydramine (DPH) is an antihistamine with anticholinergic and sedative effects. It is found in both OTC and prescription drugs used in the treatment of allergy-related symptoms, some cold and flu symptoms, insomnia, motion sickness and Parkinson's disease. (2-(diphenylmethoxy)-N,N-dimethylethylamine) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/diphenhydramine/ Fentanyl Fentanyl is a short-acting synthetic opiate analgesic which is active at very low doses. Its effects are compared to heroin and it has been sold on the street as heroin, causing some deaths. (N-(1-phenethyl-4-piperidyl)propionanilide) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/fentanyl/ Flunitrazepam Flunitrazepam is a benzodiazepine used as a sleep medication favored for its short duration. It has received a lot of attention as a "date rape drug". (5-(o-fluorophenyl)-1,3-dihydro-1-methyl-7-nitro-2H-1,4-benzodiazepin-2-one) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/flunitrazepam/ Fluoxetine Fluoxetine is a Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI) which is widely prescribed in the treatment of depression. It is also used in the treatment of alcohol dependence and obsessive-compulsive disorder. ((+/-)-N-methyl-y-[4-(trifluoromethyl)-phenoxy] benzenepropanamine) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/fluoxetine/ Flurazepam Flurazepam (Dalmane) is a benzodiazepine anxiolytic used in the treatment of insomnia. (7-chloro-1-[2-(diethylamino)ethyl]-5-( o -fluorophenyl)-1,3-dihydro-2 H -1,4-benzodiazepin-2-one dihydrochloride (flurazepam hydrochloride)) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/flurazepam/ Gabapentin Gabapentin is prescribed -- usually in combination with other medications -- for the treatment of seizure disorders, though its anticonvulsant mechanism is not known. It is sometimes prescribed for the management of neuralgia (nerve pain) and has been prescribed off-label for the treatment of mood disorders, anxiety, and tardive dyskinesia (a neurological syndrome caused by the long-term use of neuroleptic drugs). (1-(aminomethyl)cyclohexanacetic acid) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/gabapentin/ Hydrocodone Hydrocodone is an opiate agonist, analgesic and antitussive used in the treatment of mild to moderate pain. It is primarily available in combination with other analgesics such as acetaminophen, aspirin, or ibuprofen. (4,5a-Epoxy-3-methoxy-17-methylmorphinan-6-one) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/hydrocodone/ Hydromorphone Hydromorphone is an opiate, narcotic analgesic, used primarily in the treatment of moderate to severe pain. It is one of two derivatives of morphine, the other being oxycodone. (4,5-epoxy-3-hydroxy-17-methylmorphinan-6-one) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/hydromorphone/ Lorazepam Lorazepam (ativan) is a benzodiazepine used in the treatment of anxiety disorders. It is similar to valium, but is taken at much lower doses. It is also prescribed off-label to reduce nausea associated with chemotherapy. (7-chloro-5-(2-chlorophenyl)-1,3-dihydro-3-hydroxy- 2H-1,4-benzodiazepin-2-one) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/lorazepam/ Meclizine Meclizine is an antiemetic, antivertigo, antihistamine used to treat motion sickness and the symptoms of vestibular system diseases. (1-(r-chloro-alpha-phenylben-zyl)-4-(m-methyl-benzyl)-piperazine dihydrochloride monohydrate) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/meclizine/ Memantine Memantine is an NMDA-antagonist that is believed to block glutamate-related excitotoxicity and mitigate some of the symptoms of Alzheimer's Disease. Although research does not yet support the claim, some people claim memantine improves the cognitive abilities of healthy people. In 2005, the US FDA rejected an application to allow memantine to be prescribed to patients with mild AD, suggesting the efficacy and safety for patients without severe impairment is not yet well documented. (1-amino-3,5-dimethyladamantane hydrochloride) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/memantine/ Meperidine Meperidine is a synthetic opioid analgesic used for the relief of moderate to severe pain. It is also prescribed off-label for the treatment of shivering. (1-methyl-4-phenylisonipecotic acid ethyl ester) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/meperidine/ Methylphenidate Methylphenidate is a central nervous system stimulant widely prescribed to treat attention deficit disorder. It is also used in the treatment of narcolepsy, mild depression, and in combination with other drugs in the treatment of chronic pain. (alpha-phenyl-2-piperidineacetic acid methyl ester; methyl phenidylacetate) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/methylphenidate/ Mirtazapine Mirtazapine is an anti-depressant that is believed to work on serotonin and noradrenergic systems. It is not yet well known in the U.S. (1,2,3,4,10,14b-hexahydro-2-methylpyrazino[2,1-a] pyrido [2,3-c] benzazepine) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/mirtazapine/ Moclobemide Moclembemide is a reversible inhibitor of MAO type A. It is used in the treatment of depression. (4-chloro-N-[2-(4-morpholinyl)-ethyl]benzamide) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/moclobemide/ Morphine Morphine is an opiate used in the treatment of severe pain. It occurs naturally in the opium poppy and has a long history of human use. ((5a,6a)-7,8-didehydro-4,5-epoxy-17-methylmorphinan-3,6-diol) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/morphine/ Naltrexone Naltrexone is an opiate antagonist used in the treatment of opiate and alcohol addiction. It blocks the effects of opiates so that if a user chooses to take an opiate after taking naltrexone, they do not experience much (any) effect. This helps improve abstinence in those who can maintain taking the daily dose of naltrexone. ((5a)-17-(cyclopropylmethyl)-4,5-epoxy-3,14-dihydroxymorphinan-6-one) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/naltrexone/ Nimetazepam Nimetazepam is a long-acting benzodiazepine used in the treatment of stress and insomnia. It is available primariy in Asia with black market use reportedly on the rise over the past few years. It is known for being used to soften the come-down after the use of methamphetamine and other stimulants. (1,3-dihydro-1-methyl-7-nitro-5-phenyl-2H-1,4-benzodiazepin- 2-one) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/nimetazepam/ Olanzapine Olanzapine is a novel antipsychotic used to treat psychoses including schizophrenia, bi-polar disorder, and acute manic episodes. (2-methyl-4-(4-methyl-l-piperazinyl)-10H-thieno[2,3-b] [1,5]benzodiazepine) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/olanzapine/ oxycodone a type of opioid http://managingpain.org/ Paroxetine Paroxetine is a Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI) used in the treatment of depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, post-traumatic disorder. ((3S-trans)-3-[(1,3-benzodioxol-5-yl-oxy)methyl]-4-(4- fluorophenyl)piperidine) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/paroxetine/ Quetiapine Quetiapine is a novel antipsychotic used to treat symptoms of psychoses including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and acute manic episodes. (2-[2-(4-dibenzo [b,f ] [1,4]thiazepin-11-yl-1-piperazinyl)ethoxy]-ethanol fumarate) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/quetiapine/ Risperidone Risperidone is a serotonin and dopamine receptor antagonist. It is approved for the treatment of schizophrenia, and is sometimes prescribed as an adjunct therapy for the treatment of aggression, Tourette's syndrome, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder and other disorders. (3-[2-[4-(6-fluoro-1,2-benzisoxazol-3-yl)-1-piperidinyl]ethyl]- 6,7,8,9-tetrahydro-2-methyl-4H-pyrido[1,2-a]pyrimidin-4-one) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/risperidone/ Sertraline Sertraline is an Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI) approved for the treatment of depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), panic disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, and pre-menstrual dysphoric disorder. It is also prescribed in the treatment of eating disorders and social phobia. ((1S-cis)-4-(3,4-dichlorophenyl)-1,2,3,4-tetrahydro- N-methyl-1-naphthalenamine) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/sertraline/ Sildenafil Sildenafil citrate is prescribed in the treatment of Erectile Dysfunction. It is commonly referred to as a "lifestyle drug". Lifestyle drugs are prescribed for quality-of-life conditions such as baldness, impotence, obesity and smoking cessation. Sildenafil is a synthetic piperazine derivative. (1-[[3-(6,7-dihydro-1-methyl-7-oxo-3-propyl-1H-pyrazolo [4,3-d]pyrimidin- 5-yl)-4-ethoxyphenyl]sulfonyl]-4- methylpiperazine citrate) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/sildenafil/ Steroids Anabolic steroids are synthetic derivatives of the male hormone testosterone. There are more than 100 kinds of anabolic stroids which are used in body building as well as in gender reassignment and the treatment of certain sexual dysfunctions. (Various) http://www.steroidabuse.gov/ http://www.erowid.org/pharms/steroids/ Sumatriptan Sumatriptan succinate is a selective 5-HTP receptor subtype agonist used in the treatment of migraine headaches. (3-(2-(dimethylamino)ethyl)-N-methyl-1H-indole- 5-methanesulfonamide butane-1,4-dioate(1:1)) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/sumatriptan/ Temazepam Temazepam is a benzodiazepine used in the short-term treatment of insomnia and anxiety. (7-chloro-1,3-dihydro-3-hydroxy-1-methyl-5-phenyl-2H- 1,4-benzodiazepin-2-one) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/temazepam/ Tiagabine Tiagabine is an anticonvulsant prescribed as an add-on drug to help control epileptic seizures. It is believed to work by enhancing the inhibitory neurotransmitter GABA. It is also prescribed off-label in the treatment of bi-polar disorder [BPD], chronic anxiety disorder, and insomnia. ((-)-( R)-1-[4,4-Bis(3-methyl-2-thienyl)-3- butenyl] nipecotic acid hydrochloride) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/tiagabine/ Tiletamine Tiletamine is a pharmaceutical related to Ketamine and PCP which is used almost exclusively by veterinarians for anaesthetizing animals. It is primarily sold compounded with zolazepam (a benzodiazepine) as a powder / tablet which is reconstituted with saline solution and then injected. (2-ethylamino-2-(2-thienyl)cyclohexanone) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/tiletamine/ Tramadol Tramadol is a quasi-narcotic analgesic used in the treatment of moderate to severe pain. It is a synthetic analog of codeine, but has a low binding affinity to the mu-opioid receptors. It has been prescribed off-label for the treatment of diabetic neuropathy and restless leg syndrome. (trans-(+/-)-2-[(dimethylamino)methyl]-1-(3-methoxyphenyl) cyclohexanol) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/tramadol/ Trazodone Trazodone is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) used in the treatment of depression. It is also prescribed for the treatment of insomnia, post-traumatic stress disorder, aggressive behavior and cocaine withdrawal. (2-[3-{4 -(m-chlorophenyl)-1-piperazinyl] propyl]s-triazol[4,3-a]-pyridine-3(2H)-one monohydrochloride) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/trazodone/ Triazolam Triazolam is a short-acting benzodiazepine used in the treatment of insomnia and anxiety disorders. Its popularity peaked in the mid-1980s but then became associated with causing "traveller's amnesia" when used on airplanes. (8-chloro-6-(2-chlorophenyl)-1-methyl-4H-[1,2,4]triazolo [4,3-a][1,4]benzodiazepine) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/triazolam/ Venlafaxine Venlafaxine is a serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor which is used in the treatment of depression and general anxiety disorder. It is also used off-label to treat a variety of other disorders. ((+/-)-1-[2-(dimethylamino)-1-(4-methoxyphenyl)ethyl] cyclohexanol) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/venlafaxine/ Zolpidem Zolpidem is a hypnotic prescribed for the short-term treatment of insomnia. It interacts with the GABA-BZ receptor complex and shares some of the pharmacological properties of the benzodiazepines. As with most benzodiazepines, zolpidem can cause anterograde amnesia (forgetting the period during the effects). (N,N-6-trimethyl-2-p-tolyl-imidazo[1,2-a]pyridine- 3-acetamide L-(+)-tartrate) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/zolpidem/ Zopiclone Zopiclone is a short-acting sedative-hypnotic used in the short-term treatment of insomnia. It is in a novel class of CNS depressants called cyclopyrrolones, which act on the same receptor sites as benzodiazapines. Zopiclone became commercially available in Europe in 1989 and in the U.S. in 2005. (4-methyl-1-piperazinecarboxylic acid 6-(5-chloro- 2-pyridinyl)-6,7-dihydro-7-oxo-5H-pyrrolo[3,4-b] pyrazin-5-yl ester) http://www.erowid.org/pharms/zopiclone/ OxyContin a time-release oxycodone brand http://www.mapinc.org/oxycontin.htm http://managingpain.org/ JWH-018 synthetic cannabinoid JWH-018 http://www.erowid.org/chemicals/spice_product/ paraphernalia drug paraphernalia terms http://www.cannabisnews.com/news/list/paraphernalia.shtml various drugs general terms for drugs various illegal drugs general terms for illegal drugs http://www.mapinc.org http://www.drugwarfacts.org http://www.druglibrary.org/schaffer/dea/pubs/abuse/contents.htm http://www.drugwarfacts.org/drugtest.htm drug testing a test or procedure to detect (illegal) drug use http://www.mapinc.org/testing.htm religious use spiritual or religious use of drugs http://www.erowid.org/entheogens/spiritual.shtml http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Religion_and_drugs http://www.csp.org/ http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Religious_and_spiritual_use_of_cannabis http://www.mapinc.org/spirit.htm local police logs local news police logs; listings of crimes in local news http://www.drugwarfacts.org/interdic.htm http://LEAP.cc large DEA contractor companies with DEA contracts of $500,000 or more http://drugpolicycentral.com/bot/us_doj_prime_contractors.htm#DEA clemency tookie Tookie Williams for profit prisons prisons which exist to make money for the owners or shareholders http://www.privateci.org/ http://mediafilter.org/caq/Prison.html http://www.sourcewatch.org/index.php?title=Prison-industrial_complex http://www.soros.org/initiatives/justice/articles_publications/publications/jailbreaks_20011001 http://www.paulsjusticepage.com/crimepays.htm http://www.hermes-press.com/prisons_drugs.htm http://www.mapinc.org/prison.htm the town of Nimbin, Australia the hemp-friendly town of Nimbin, Australia http://www.hempembassy.net http://www.nimbinhempbar.com mardigrass Nimbin annual Mardigrass celebration http://www.nimbinmardigrass.com/ hempfest annual hempfest celebration http://www.hempfest.org/ Hash Bash Hash Bash http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hash_Bash higher education act http://www.ssdp.org/campaigns/hea/legislative.shtml http://www.mapinc.org/hea.htm youth http://www.ssdp.org/ http://www.mapinc.org/youth.htm school http://www.ssdp.org/ aggrandizing government terms of aggrandizement (of government) http://www.google.com/search?q=%22tyranny+of+experts%22+drugs http://www.google.com/search?q=aggrandizement+of+government+Lysander+Spooner http://www.campaignforliberty.com/article.php?view=363 Lincoln father jailed for drug smuggling bid (UK) But when the item was checked out, it attracted attention from a prison sniffer dog. Investigations then revealed two small amounts of cannabis and 400 mgs of subutex were concealed inside. (Fri Nov 20 22:49:08 2009 PST) Whitley man arrested for drugs Williamsburg police arrested 47-year-old Benny Burt Randle Wednesday evening for drug trafficking, and from the variety of prescription drugs recovered from his home, officers believe Randle was operating a sizeable drug-dealing business. Williamsburg police arrested 47-year-old Benny Burt Randle Wednesday evening for drug trafficking, and from th... (Fri Nov 20 06:19:32 2009 PST) Wanted man nabbed in alleged prescription scam in Braintree (US) Was arrested Wednesday morning after he allegedly tried to get the widely abused drug Suboxone at the CVS pharmacy on Washington Street. (Fri Nov 20 04:34:39 2009 PST) OH: Report: 4-month-old found in Lancaster apartment had cocaine in system at birth - newarkadvocate.com - The Newark Advocate (US) Report: 4-month-old found in Lancaster apartment had cocaine in system at birth ! newarkadvocate.com ! The Newark Advocate Report: 4-month-old found in Lancaster apartment had cocaine in system at birth According to court docume... (Thu Nov 19 19:21:57 2009 PST) Kingsport nurse accused of stealing credit cards from elderly patient's daughter - Kingsport Times-News Online Blevins was also charged with three counts of simple possession of narcotics and a felony offense of introducing drugs into a penal facility. (Thu Nov 19 16:35:01 2009 PST) Baby at center of investigation dies; police seek information (US) Mershon was born with cocaine in his system. (Thu Nov 19 08:48:35 2009 PST) Multiple drug charges for New Brighton man pulled over for reckless driving (US) Heroin and suboxone was found on Parrilla. (Wed Nov 18 10:05:11 2009 PST) SCI3: New Frontiers in Alcoholism and Addiction Treatment IngentaConnect New Frontiers in Alcoholism and Addiction Treatment Drug addiction and alcoholism are behavioural disorders characterized by a profound alteration of several brain circuits induced by chronic drug use. buprenorphine methadone suboxone. (Tue Nov 17 19:18:51 2009 PST) Leerink Swann Upgrades Alkermes (ALKS) to Outperform; Significant Market ... StreetInsider.com - Leerink Swann Upgrades Alkermes (ALKS) to Outperform; Significant Market Opportunity in Opioid Dependence StreetInsider.com - Leerink Swann Upgrades Alkermes (ALKS) to Outperform; Significant Market Opportunity in Opioid Dependence Leerink Swann Upgrades Alkermes (ALKS) to Outperform; Significant Market Opportunity in Opioid Dependence Leerink Swann Upg... (Tue Nov 17 05:08:44 2009 PST) SCI3: New Frontiers in Alcoholism and Addiction Treatment IngentaConnect New Frontiers in Alcoholism and Addiction Treatment Drug addiction and alcoholism are behavioural disorders characterized by a profound alteration of several brain circuits induced by chronic drug use. buprenorphine methadone suboxone. (Mon Nov 16 19:18:41 2009 PST) UK: City's addicts to get 'less addictive' heroin substitute - Herald Scotland - News - Crime and Courts (UK) A heroin substitute that has been proven to be less addictive than methadone is to be trialled in Glasgow. (Mon Nov 16 10:21:53 2009 PST) Illegal Trade in Meds Surpassing Illegal Drugs - News - YLE Uutiset - yle.fi (Finland) Prescription drug abuse is becoming an even greater problem than illegal drugs. (Mon Nov 16 03:18:25 2009 PST)