Rape Drugs


These drugs are known to be used to sedate women in order to sexually assault them. These drugs are very dangerous, especially when used in conjunction with alcohol.

Three of the most common of these drugs are: Rohypnol, GHB and Ketamine.

These drugs have very serious side effects and when connected with a crime can significantly hinder attempts to prosecute and convict offenders. The amnesia producing effect of these drugs may prevent victims from remembering important information. This makes investigation of sexually related or other offenses very difficult and may account for repeated reports of date rapes involving the use of these drugs. It can also lead to long term psychological effects for victims.

If you feel that you may have ingested a drug in connection with a sexual assault, call the University R.A.P.E. Center at 443-RAPE (7273). Someone is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to assist you. It is very important to call immediately to be tested for these drugs in order for them to be detected.

 
ROHYPNOL (flunitrazepam) Tablets
  • Rohypnol is ingested orally, usually in a drink, is ordorless, colorless, and works within 20-30 minutes.
  • Affects can last 8 hours or more depending on dosage.
  • Common street names: Roofies, Roche, R-Z, Rope, Stupifi, Shays
  • Effects can include: visual disturbance, dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, amnesia
GHB (Gamma-Hydroxybutyerate) Liquid
  • GHB is a clear ordorless liquid with a salty taste. (Taste masked when mixed with a drink.)
  • Effects start within a few minutes or drinking the liquid and can last for several hours, depending on the amount ingested.
  • Common street names: GHB, Liquid Ecstasy, Liquid X, Grievous Bodily Harm, GBH, Georgia Home Boy.
  • Effects can include: decreases inhibitions, drowsiness, deep unresponsive sleep, respiratory arrest, and with alcohol, may be fatal.
     
KETAMINE Liquid, powder, tablet
  • Common street name: Special K
  • Effects can include: distorts sense of balance, time judgment, and ability to communicate, blurred vision, disorientation, trembling, hallucinations, loss of consciousness.
     


Suggestions for How To Protect Yourself
 

  • When going to a party or social event, never go alone
  • Never accept a drink from anyone and watch any drink made by a bartender
  • These drugs dissolve in non alcoholic drinks as well
    Do not share or exchange drinks
  • Never leave a drink unattended
  • Do not take drinks from large open containers, such as punch bowls
  • If you are engaged in conversation where your attention might be averted, put your hand over your drink
  • If you feel that you are getting severely intoxicated after one or two drinks, get help.
  • Never leave a bar or a club with someone you have just met, especially if you are feeling intoxicated. Beware of someone who wants you to go outside for some fresh air.

Be a friend by watching out for each other... be aware of changes in behavior


If you feel that you may have ingested a drug in connection with a sexual assault, call the University R.A.P.E. Center at (315) 443-RAPE (7273). Someone is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to assist you. It is very important to call immediately to be tested for these drugs in order for them to be detected.