An opioid overdose requires immediate medical attention. Call 911 immediately if you or someone you know exhibits any of the symptoms.
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Medical Effects

What pills

Put your body through

Whether you’re offered a pill at a party or just borrow one from a family member, it’s a big risk; depending on the drug and the amount taken, a lot can go wrong. If it’s counterfeit, it could be made of anything, which can often include fentanyl or meth. That could mean a bad reaction, unexpected side effects, or an overdose.

KNOW WHAT YOU'RE DEALING WITH

Depressants
Drugs like opioids, benzodiazepines, and alcohol, can depress your central nervous system.

Symptoms:

  • Drowsiness
  • Confusion
  • Slowed breathing
  • Loss of consciousness

Overdose:

  • Constricted “pinpoint” pupils
  • Choking or gurgling
  • Slowed or stopped breathing
  • Oxygen loss
  • Seizures
  • Brain damage
  • Coma

Stimulants
Drugs like cocaine, meth or other amphetamines excite the central nervous system.

Symptoms:
  • Increased heart rate
  • Elevated blood pressure
  • Irregular heart rhythms
  • Dilated pupils
  • Decreased appetite
  • Insomnia
  • Excessive sweating
  • Dry mouth
Overdose:
  • Overheating
  • Arrhythmia
  • Heart attacks
  • Stroke
  • Brain damage
  • Coma
If you suspect an overdose, you need to act immediately.