Drug Use On The Job
COMMON DRUGS
Ecstasy (E)
Ecstasy (E) produces a relaxed, euphoric state but does not cause hallucinations. Effects begin 20 to 40 minutes after taking a tablet and last three to five hours. Caution: E tablets can contain other drugs, and can be at varying strengths. Avoid mixing E with other drugs or alcohol. E is illegal and possession is illegal.
Ketamine (K)
Ketamine (K) is a liquid anesthetic that is cooked into a powder and snorted in small lines called “bumps”. Effects begin after 5-10 minutes through “bumps” or 10-20 minutes if snorted. Injected into muscle, it takes effect in 4 minutes. Caution: K caplets are sometimes sold as E. The two are nothing alike. If injecting K, never inject it into a vein, always the muscle. It is extremely dangerous when combined with other downers like GHB or alcohol.
Nitrous Oxide
Nitrous Oxide (laughing gas) is a mild anesthetic resulting in a temporary loss of motor control and disconnected perception, including hallucinations. The effect is immediate and usually lasts less than a minute. Repeated use can extend and intensify the experience. Caution: Brain damage can occur. Nitrous oxide is extremely cold when coming out of the canister, causing skin burns. Long-term use can result in neurological problems.
GHB (G)
GHB (G) is an odorless depressant with a slight salty taste in liquid, powder and capsule form. It can be mixed in drinks, or mixed into lube. Effects begin 10-60 minutes after ingestion. The primary “peak” occurs within 2-3 hours with residual effects throughout the whole day. Large doses can cause dizziness, vomiting, loss of consciousness and spasms. Caution: If impatient users take another dose before “peak”, it can lead to overdose and death. Do not mix with other depressants.
Poppers
Poppers are various alkyl nitrates that are sold as video head cleaner, incense, and leather cleaner. Effects are felt within a few seconds and last about 1-2 minutes by sniffing the vapor from an open bottle. Poppers cause the muscles in the anus to relax for sex. Caution: Deadly if swallowed. It can cause irritation and rashes on the skin and can damage the nose and lungs. Combining poppers with other stimulants can increase risks. Do not use with Viagra as both can cause blood pressure to drop. Poppers can affect judgment.
Tips When Using
When possible, stay sober when you work. It keeps you aware and in control.
Stay hydrated and wet. Drugs, hot clubs and dancing can dehydrate you. Drink plenty of water. Not alcohol as it can dehydrate you as well. Sex can be difficult if you are dehydrated. Energy level can be down and it’s easier for tearing of membranes and skin during sex.
Avoid mixing drugs. Mixing club drugs, alcohol, or other drugs (even prescription) has caused the deaths of many people.. Give yourself time in-between doses and enjoy what you have taken. Some drugs take time to give you their full effect.
Try smaller doses. Drugs like E, GHB, and K are sensory enhancing drugs and tend to give more pleasurable effects at relatively low doses. High doses can even lessen the effect.
If you get in trouble tell a friend or a safe person. Remember people have died so don’t waste time. Tell the doctors what you have taken. They are not the police.
Avoid Viagra. Mixing Viagra with stimulants like poppers, E, Speed or cocaine can have a damaging effect on your heart and can cause death.
Avoid taking drugs from people you do not know or if you’re alone. If you pass out or blackout others could take advantage of that. Clients could do things sexually that you would not agree with. They could also take your money or other valuables if you blackout. Also if you pass out you may miss other paying appointments.
Plan ahead. How you feel about sex when your high is different than how you feel when you come down. Make sure you are prepared for sex before you start taking drugs.