What are Common Street Names for Prescription Drugs

Find out what everyone wants to know: What are Common Street Names for Prescription Drugs

People who actively participate in drug use (legal or illegal substances) can be creative when using slang to describe the substance they are using. There are several reasons why an addict uses slang – to ensure privacy or avoid detection from the law, or, with younger addicts, to conceal drug abuse from their parents or families. It is important to note that the slang used today may differ from slang used in the past or the future. Slang terminology may be derived from the following: expanded forms of the name, the effects provided by the drug, and shape, color, or consistency of the substance. Sometimes slang may even be derived from the people who commonly use the drug. It is important to be aware of the street names for prescription drugs if you suspect a loved one of abusing drugs.

 

Dextromethorphan

This substance is found in over-the-counter drugs such as cough syrup. In large doses, dextromethorphan induces paranoia and hallucinations. Side effects include impaired motor function, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, and increased blood pressure. Be aware of these signs of prescription drug use, for they might clue you in to a serious problem you or a loved one is experiencing.

• Rojo
• Poor man’s PCP
• Tussin
• Robo or robotripping
• Skittles

Steroids

Anabolic steroids are legally available to treat hormone deficits. Those who are looking to add muscle mass commonly abuse steroids. Street names for prescription drugs may not make sense, but remember – they are usually named by the people abusing them.

• Arnolds
• Pumpers
• Juice
• Stackers
• Roids
• Weight gainers
• Gym candy

Benzodiazepines

Benzodiazepines are pills that are swallowed or snorted. They lower blood pressure and slow the breathing of the person ingesting them. When combined with alcohol, the individual is at an increased risk of respiratory distress and can lead to death.

• Sleeping pills
• Tranks
• Downers
• Benzos

Morphine

Morphine can be injected, smoked, or swallowed. Side effects include lowered pulse and blood pressure, arrested breathing, and an increased risk of death when combined with depressants like alcohol.

• Miss Emma
• M
• Roxanol
• White stuff
• Monkey

Opioids

Opioids are known to induce euphoria and oftentimes used non-medically. Opioids are pain relievers with an origin similar to that of heroin. Abuse of these prescription drugs can lead to overdose deaths. The opioid category includes codeine, fentanyl, hydrocodone, morphine, and oxycodone, to name a few. Knowledge of the street names for prescription drugs may help you save the life of a loved one.

• Captain Cody
• Sizzerp
• China Girl
• TNT
• Goodfella
• Oxy
• Hillbilly Heroin

Pay attention to the signs of prescription drug abuse in someone you love if you suspect them of using. Remember that this is not a complete list of street names for prescription drugs. For more information, call White Sands Tampa for more complete information.

Withdrawal Symptoms

Prescription drug addiction withdrawal symptoms vary by drug. With benzodiazepines, for example, the individual may experience seizures and/or anxiety lasting weeks or even months. Withdrawal usually begins one to four days and peaks in the first two weeks.

Opioid withdrawal may begin only hours after the last dose and have symptoms lasting for a week or more. Common symptoms include anxiety, agitation, muscle cramps, and nausea.

When withdrawing from painkillers, one can expect flu-like symptoms lasting 24-48 hours. Addiction and recovery is personal and so is withdrawal. Symptoms vary by individual. Some factors include mental health and medical factors, genetics, length of time abusing the substance, method of abuse and amount taken each time.

If you are wondering if your loved one is suffering, keep your eye out for prescription drug addiction withdrawal symptoms.

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If you or a loved one needs help with abuse and/or treatment, please call the WhiteSands Treatment at (877) 855-3470. Our addiction specialists can assess your recovery needs and help you get the addiction treatment that provides the best chance for your long-term recovery.