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Signs Of Being Roofied To Protect Yourself and Others

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By now, you have likely heard of the term “roofied”. Being roofied is a term that relates to being dosed with Rohypnol or a few other drugs commonly used without your knowledge. 

Rohypnol, a potent benzodiazepine, is often called the date rape drug due to its use for such nefarious purposes as incapacitating and then sexually assaulting the targeted victim. Being taken advantage of can happen in a nightclub or a private home party where you least suspect. 

Unfortunately for many unsuspecting victims, being unaware of their surroundings and the unsavory company present created the perfect opportunity for this despicable behavior. Do you know the signs of being roofied? By knowing what to watch out for, you can avoid being taken advantage of in such a horrific manner. 

Benzodiazepines and Your Body

Rohypnol, being a powerful benzodiazepine, is a trade name for the generic flunitrazepam, a prescription medication that is illegal in the United States. The drug works on the central nervous system, and the results are the same as taking a sleeping pill. Being that dosing is uncertain and haphazard, there are real dangers associated with being given medication that is not prescribed to you, and even more so when combined with alcohol, which is often the case. 

 

A Sleight of Hand  

Roofies are small pills that are slipped into a beverage with a sleight of hand when no one is paying attention. They dissolve quickly and have no noticeable odor or taste. In recent versions of Rohypnol, the center of the pill is blue and will leave a trace of blue coloring to the targeted drink. It is critical to never leave your drink unattended for even seconds when you are in a public setting or party. 

Know The Signs

The reported signs of being roofied have been verified over and over by unfortunate recipients of Rohypnol and other date rape drugs. Feeling overly drunk when you have had no alcohol or only a tiny amount of alcohol while suffering from confusion and brain fog are common symptoms of being dosed unaware. Along with feeling extremely intoxicated, slow reaction times coupled with total blackout is a real possibility. Many such victims of date rape drugs have no memory of what happened during the episode. 

Sadly, while being completely unaware of their surroundings, sexual assault can occur with absolutely no memory of the crime. Often the victim of date rape drugs wakes up with the worst hangover they have ever suffered with unexplained injuries after being taken advantage of physically. Suffering from nausea and vomiting is also a prevalent side effect of being drugged with Rohypnol. 

Be Alert

Be aware of your surroundings when you are alone or socializing with friends. Never leave your drink unattended when consuming beverages. Do not accept drinks from others or, if possible, pour your own. If at any time you suddenly feel that you or a friend were drugged and notice any of the above signs of being roofied, contact the authorities and seek medical help immediately. Until help arrives, stay with a crowd and consume plenty of water.  

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