TRANQUILIZER are drugs used in the treating nervous disorders or calm psychotics patients. They are not habit-forming but when they taken in large number will produce deep unconciousness, a drop in blood pressure and finally respiration stop ending in death. While the margin of safety associated with these drugs is considerable, overdose can occur, and continuous use can to dependence.

KIND OF TRANQUILIZERS

Meprobamate - A minor tranquilizer used for the relief of anxiety, tension and mascular spasms. It does not produced sleep in small dosage, but an overdose can result in physical and psycholigica dependencel.

Diazepam - also known as "valium". It is the most commonly used tranquilizer which has a slow onset but log duration of action. Prolonged use will result in independence, both physical and psychological

EFFECTS OF TRANQUILIZERS

• It causes physical weakness and sleepness
• Induce mental and physical dullness
• It calms the nerves and relieves tension and anxiety
• Overdose can lead to "comma", respiratory failure and death.

ABUSE OF TRANQUILIZER

Tranquilizers are taken by users through oral intake, since most tranquilizers are in tablet form or encased in soluble capsule.

Injectables can be obtained in vial form and administered by the user with use of hypodermic needles.

FIRST AID TREATMENT

• Arouse the victim with the use of a cold wet towel
• Maintain an open airway to provide enough air for the patient
• Take the victim to the hospital or drug rehabilitation clinic