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Developed under the supervision of Drs. Doug and Dana Carroll, Pharm D Mescaline () Mescaline (also known as buttons, , mesc and ) is an illegal hallucinogenic drug that comes from cacti. They produce similar effect to LSD (another name being “acid”). It can be taken orally and also can be injected. So how does it work? Short term effects of taking Mescaline Mescaline binds to receptors in the brain and causes the mind to do strange things. It is still unknown as to why it Judgment makes the mind do strange things. • Mescaline can speed up and slow down the perception of time and movement, change perception of colors, sounds and objects. What happens when Mescaline is • Use could result in , paranoia, confusion, halluci- mixed with.... nations and nervousness. ? • Use can make one withdrawn and unable to interact with surrounding social situations. Alcohol use has been linked with lowering inhibitions for • Use can induce panic attacks. participation in unusual and unsafe activities. Memory Marijuana? • Use of this agent will interfere with social interactions. Marijuana use has been linked with lowering inhibitions for • Make one more emotionally sensitive. participation in unusual and unsafe activities. • Use may increase the risk of mental health problems and can also have random effects on memory and disorganization of thoughts. What if you take Mescaline while you are pregnant? Health Use may increase the risk of a miscarriage. • Cardiovascular effects such as; increased heart rate, raised blood pressure and increases body temperature. • Loss of appetite, sleeplessness and weakness. Is there a chance this substance could •It can induce nausea and vomiting. contain contaminants if it is obtained • At high doses it can produce convulsions, heart and respi- “on the street”? If so, what are the effects ratory failures. Ultimately leading to sudden death. of these contaminants? Street forms of mescaline vary in dosage. Taking unknown Long term effects of taking Mescaline amounts of mescaline may have detrimental effects on the body and may lead to death. Judgment Use can decrease motivation, prolong depression and in- For more information contact the Student Health Center at 348.3878 crease delusions. It can also cause anxiety, a state of panic References and psychosis. 1) of Abuse. The National Institute of Drug Abuse (NIDA). Available from: http://www.drugabuse.gov/DrugPages/DrugsofAbuse.html 2) Drug Facts. National Youth Anti-Drug Media Campaign. Available from: Memory http://www.freevibe.com/Drug_Facts/hallucinogens.asp “Flashbacks” are associated with the use of mushrooms. A 3) Centre. Narconon. flashback is a spontaneous re-experiencing of part of a hal- http://www.narconon.ca/index.htm 4) Doering PL. Sunstance-related disorders: overview and , lucinogenic episode and it can be frightening. , and . In: Dipiro JT, Talert RL, Yee GC, Matzke GR, Wells BG, Posey LM, eds. Pharmacotherapy: A pathophysiologic approach. Health 6th ed. New York, NY: McGraw-Hill Companies, 2005:1184-5. Tolerance builds up after a period of daily use. 5) DPB Publications. Drug Programs Bureau http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/public-health/dpb/publications/hallucinogens. html