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Drugs used in acquaintance rape.

K M Smith1

  • 1University of Kentucky Medical Center, Lexington, USA. ksmit1@pop.uky.edu

Journal of the American Pharmaceutical Association (Washington, D.C. : 1996)
|September 1, 1999
PubMed
Summary

Gamma-hydroxybutyrate (GHB), flunitrazepam, and ketamine are drugs used to facilitate acquaintance rape. Pharmacists can educate patients on avoiding these date rape drugs and recognizing their effects.

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Area of Science:

  • Forensic Toxicology
  • Pharmacology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Gamma-hydroxybutyrate (GHB), flunitrazepam, and ketamine are substances with potential for misuse.
  • These drugs are increasingly recognized as
  • date rape drugs
  • used to facilitate sexual assault.
  • Victims of drug-facilitated acquaintance rape often present with amnesia and are unreliable witnesses.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To detail the characteristics of gamma-hydroxybutyrate (GHB), flunitrazepam, and ketamine.
  • To describe their use in acquaintance rape.
  • To outline patient presentation, toxicology, and prevention strategies.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of MEDLINE (1985-1998) and internet sources.
  • Inclusion of clinical trials, reviews, and press releases.
  • Evaluation of clinical effects, adverse effects, and usage trends.

Main Results:

  • Reports of GHB, flunitrazepam, and ketamine use in acquaintance rape are present in medical and lay literature.
  • Symptoms can mimic alcohol intoxication, leading to under-screening of victims.
  • Legislative actions are underway to restrict access to these drugs.

Conclusions:

  • Pharmacists possess unique knowledge and patient access to educate on the risks of acquaintance rape drugs.
  • Education on recognizing symptoms, treatment, and detection is crucial.
  • Strategies to prevent victimisation are essential.

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