Drug abuse is the use of illegal drugs or substance (which are not recommended or banned), for the purpose of creating pleasurable effects on the brain. Factors like physical abuse, peer pressure, exposure to drugs (could be at young age), stress and others, can lead to a person’s likelihood of drug abuse and addiction, which is very dangerous to a person’s well being. Here are 15 commonly abused drugs in Nigeria and their nicknames;

1, Marijuana also known as weed, is a psychoactive drug that is gotten from cannabis sativa or plant.

2, Flunitrazepam also known as Rohypnol, is a tranquilizer that is ten times more potent than Valium and it causes drowsiness or blackout.

3, Molly also known as Ecstasy, is a synthetic psychoactive drug primarily used for recreational purposes. The desired effects include altered mood, perceptions and increased energy.

4, Barbiturate also known as downers comes in small doses. A person who abuses barbiturates always feels drowsy, disinhibited, and intoxicated

5, Cocaine also known as crack comes in form of white powder stimulant, it is normally snorted or rubbed into the gums. Cocaine is generated primarily from Erythroxylon coca Lam (coca leaves).

6, Tramadol, this works like an antidepressant medications, when abused may lead to feelings of euphoria.


7, Codeine is supposed to be an expectorant, addiction to it raises the risk of opioid overdose, physical dependence, as well as dangerous withdrawal symptoms.

8, Crystal Methamphetamine, also known as a meth, is a highly addictive stimulant that affects the central nervous system

9, Methaqualone, also known as Quaalude, is a sedative and hypnotic medication.

10, Amphetamine also known as upper speed, is a central nervous system stimulant that is used in the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.

11, Phencyclidine also known as Angel Dust, is an illegal street drug that usually comes in a white powder form, which can be dissolved in alcohol or water.

12, Ketamine is a very powerful anesthetic that can cause serious harm. It can also increase the heart rate and blood pressure.

13, Heroin is an opioid drug that is a highly addictive painkiller, that is synthesized from Morphine.

14, Jimson Weed: It is a recreational drug that causes hallucinations. Side effects includes, dry mouth, dilated pupils, blurred vision, confusion, combative behavior, and difficulty in urinating. Sometimes, it can lead to coma, seizure and even death.

15, Diapzam, when abused may lead to life-threatening breathing problems, sedation, or even coma.

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Who else was expecting the likes of paracetamol, antibiotics and anti-malaria?