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What is Lean? Catch22 Surrey Young

 Lean is a drink typically made from a Peoples Substance cocktail of substances including; , Misuse Service , paracetamol and . Surrey Young People's Substance Lean  Lean contains codeine which is an opiate. Misuse service is a service for young people This is a highly addictive substance. aged between 11 and 25 years. (aka: ‘Purple Drank’, We offer free and confidential advice and  A person who is physically dependant on support. ‘Dirty ’, ‘Sizzurp’) codeine should seek medical advice.  Codeine and other drugs should only ever If you would like to know more about the be used in line with medical advice and risks and effects of or drugs, or are struggling and would like some help- we will guidelines. Understanding the risks listen and help you work through your prob-  Codeine is only available on prescription, lems.  There is no safe level of drug use. It is

when not in combination with another important to be careful when taking any substance. Contact Us: type of drug. 24/7 helpline: 08006226662 The Law Phone: 01372 832905  Codeine is a Class B substance controlled Text: 07595088388 under the Misuse of Drugs Act. A Class B Email: [email protected] substance is illegal to buy or supply. Website:catch-22.org.uk/surrey-substance- misuse  Being in possession of codeine, if not Facebook & Twitter:Catch22 YPSM prescribed, can result in 5 years in prison and an unlimited fine .

 Supplying codeine illegally can result in a prison sentence of 14 years and an unlimited fine. Catch-22.org.uk

020 7336 4800 10 things you need alcohol or other , as they also slow breathing and heart rate. to know 6. Lean can cause both psychological and Symptoms of over- physical dependence if used regularly. The 1. If you prepare or use Lean you cannot be codeine in Lean is an addictive substance dose include: sure how strong the mixture is. As a result and you may experience unpleasant there is a high risk of overdose, which can be Difficulty in breathing , low heart rate, symptoms when use is stopped. fatal. blue appearance to lips and extremi- ties, drowsiness , confusion dizziness , cold and clammy skin , unresponsive , 7. Lean may contain Promethazine, which is coma. 2. If you drink Lean prepared by others you an antihistamine, Promethazine can cause don’t really know what drugs it might sedation. contain or what effect it may have. Symptoms of with-

drawal include: 8. Lean may also contain Paracetamol and/or 3. Codeine can lower blood pressure and can Ibuprofen which can cause kidney failure, Tremors, anxiety, yawning, sweating, runny cause difficulty breathing. This can lead to a nose, sleep disturbance, nausea, goose- liver failure and bleeding from the stomach person stopping breathing which can result bumps, restlessness, diarrhoea, abdominal all of which can be fatal. in death. cramps, difficulty sleeping and muscle spasms.

9. The sedative effective of Lean can effect 4. Using codeine whilst pregnant can lead to your ability to operate machinery or drive If you have used Lean , or withdrawing the new born baby experiencing symptoms safely and could be vey dangerous to you of withdrawal after birth. from Lean and you are feeling unwell and others, resulting in police action and or notice someone is unwell whilst legal consequences. using, Lean seek medical attention. 5. Using Lean together with alcohol or other drugs is very dangerous, and can have 10. Using Lean can have a negative effect on unpredictable effects, especially when used For urgent medical advice contact your mental health. with other central nervous system 111 or 999 in an Emergency such as; ,