Drugs in Malaysia
There are several drugs of abuse in Malaysia, some taken in pills while others hidden in other mediums such as vape liquid or drinks. Here is some basic information about drugs found in Malaysia.
Fentanyl
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Common names: Apache, China Girl
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Potent synthetic opioid drug
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Medically used as anesthetic and pain relief
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Drug abuse via pills or laced in vape liquid
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Effects: nausea, respiratory restriction, overdose can lead to coma
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Officials have discovered distribution in vapes via inner circles and not sold to general public
Etomidate
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Clinically used as sedative for body procedures
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Commonly known as ‘space oil’ drug
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Possible side effects:
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Rashes (If allergic)
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Muscle spasms
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Drowsiness
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Nausea
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Pain at injection site
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Vomiting
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Psilocybin
- commonly known as ‘magic mushrooms’
- clinically used for mental health disorders
- effects:
- Hallucinations and paranoia
- muscle spasms
- Anxiety
- Drowsiness
- Psychosis
AB Pinaca
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Commonly known as synthetic cannabis, K2, spice
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Was originally created by Pfizer as analgesic medication
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Effects include:
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Elevated heart rate and blood pressure
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Seizures
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Vomiting
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Agitation, anxiety
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Hallucinations
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Common use:
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Smoking
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Electronic cigarettes
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Recent reports show large batches of synthetic cannabis bound for Malaysia
