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- Heroin
Heroin is a depressant of the central nervous system, which means it slows down brain function and particularly the control of breathing.
- Heroin dependence - medication treatments
Medication treatments for heroin dependence include methadone, buprenorphine and naltrexone.
- Pregnancy - medication, drugs and alcohol
Most women take a drug of some kind during pregnancy, sometimes without realising the potential for harm.
- Drug use in Victoria
Surveys provide information about drug use and the characteristics of people who use drugs in Victoria and Australia.
- Teeth and drug use
Many drugs, both prescription and illegal, can cause tooth damage.
- Benzodiazepines
Benzodiazepines (tranquillisers) are highly addictive and should only be used for certain conditions in a short-term or emergency situation.
- Drugs
Information about drugs including fact sheets on drug use, overdose, types of drugs, gambling, health effects of addiction and getting help.
- Drugs, teenagers and parenting
Teenagers use drugs for similar reasons that adults do.
- Drug overdose
Alcohol, medications, illegal drugs and some herbal remedies can all cause damage if an overdose is taken.
- GHB
GHB is a party drug that produces feelings of euphoria, confidence, relaxation and sociability. GHB is highly addictive and even a small increase in dose can cause serious effects or death.