FAQ: "Date Rape" Drug (Rohypnol)

Contents

• What is the "date rape" drug?
• What does Rohypnol look like?
• Is Rohypnol legal?
• Who uses Rohypnol and how?
• Why has there been an increase in teen use of Rohypnol?
• What happens when you take Rohypnol? What are the side effects?
• Is Rohypnol addictive?
• Why is Rohypnol called the "date rape drug"?
• Are there other "date rape" type drugs?
• How can I avoid becoming a victim of rape under the influence of Rohypnol or GHB?
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This FAQ was produced by The National Women's Health Information Center.