Heroin

:For a female hero, see Heroine

Drug interactions

Opiates are strong central nervous system depressants, but regular users develop physiological tolerance allowing gradually increased dosages. In combination with other central nervous system depressants, heroin may still kill experienced users.

Related Topics:
Central nervous system - Depressants - Physiological tolerance

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Toxicology studies of heroin-related deaths reveal frequent involvement of other central nervous system depressants, including alcohol, benzodiazepines such as diazepam (valium), and occasionally methadone. Ironically, benzodiazepines and methadone are often used in the treatment of heroin addiction.

Related Topics:
Toxicology - Alcohol - Benzodiazepines - Diazepam - Valium - Methadone

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Cocaine also proves to be often fatal when used in combination with heroin. Though "speedballs" (when injected) or "moonrocks" (when smoked) are a popular mix of the two drugs used among addicts, combinations of stimulants and depressants can have unpredictable and sometimes fatal results.

Related Topics:
Cocaine - Speedballs - Moonrocks - Stimulants - Depressants

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