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What are slang names for Rohypnol?
Rohypnol
- What is it? Depressant and benzodiazepine with generic name Flunitrazepam.
- Street Names. Circles, Forget Me Pill, La Rocha, Lunch Money Drug, Mexican Valium, Pingus, R2, Roach 2, Ruffies, Rophies, Wolfies,
- How is it used?
- How does it affect the body?
What’s the meaning of Rohypnol?
Rohypnol. / (ˌrəʊˈhɪpnɒl) / noun. trademark a brand of the drug flunitrazepam used as a hypnotic: its ability to render someone unconscious and disoriented on awakening has been exploited by rapists.
How did Rohypnol get its name?
Roche started selling flunitrazepam (Rohypnol) in 1975. At first, hospitals used the drug when a patient needed a deep sleep. It was sold commercially in 1975 in Europe, and in the 1990s in the United States. The drug was given the brand name Rohypnol.
What does Rohypnol stand for in slang terms?
Also known as forget-me-pill, Mexican Valium and ruffies, among other slang terms, rohypnol is a “club drug,” which tends to be abused by teens and young adults at bars, nightclubs, concerts, and parties.
What do you need to know about Rohypnol for kids?
Know the facts and connect with support to help you address known or suspected substance use with your child. Rohypnol is the brand name for a drug called flunitrazepam, which is a powerful sedative that depresses the central nervous system.
Why is Rohypnol called the Forget Me pill?
Along with being known as “the forget-me pill,” Rohypnol is also known as “Mexican Valium.” This may be because Rohypnol use in Mexico is similar to Valium use in the United States. Both Valium and Rohypnol reduce anxiety and promote sleep, but because Rohypnol is 7-10 times stronger than Valium it comes with a higher risk of abuse.
Why is Rohypnol referred to as roaches in Texas?
Being under the influence of the drug is referred to as being “roached out.” Rohypnol has become widely abused in Texas, where it is referred to as “R-2” or “Roaches.” Along with being known as “the forget-me pill,” Rohypnol is also known as “Mexican Valium.” This may be because Rohypnol use in Mexico is similar to Valium use in the United States.