Methaqualone

Used as a substitute for barbiturates as a drug of abuse in the early 1970s. It was referred to as the “intellectual heroin” because it was thought to be non-addicting. It was introduced in 1966 under the trade name Quaalude by William H. Rorer Company as a substitute for barbiturates for people who could not tolerate the chemical action of the barbiturates. It was prescribed as a sleeping aid. It is addicting with a withdrawal syndrome, characterized by convulsions, gastrointestinal hemorrhaging, and possibly death.


Depressant drug used to treat people with sleeping problems.


Sedative-hypnotic, used as a street drug. Adverse effects include loss of inhibition, gastrointestinal disturbances, and drug dependence. No longer available through legitimate sources, it is used now only as an illegal drag of abuse.


A hypnotic and sedative drug used to treat insomnia. It is administered by mouth; side-effects include headache, drowsiness, and digestive upsets.


 


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