Rohypnol

Rohypnol as we most commonly know it is Flunitrazepam orthe street name "roofies," a potent hypnotic, sedative and skeletal muscle relaxant drug. It is often cited as a date rape drug because of its high potency, and strong effects. However, it is also used for medical treatments. It's often used in short term treatment of insomnia, as a premedication in surgical procedures and for inducing anesthesia. The effects appear fifteen to twenty minutes after administration and usually last for four to six hours. Outside of the medical realm, it is often used with other drugs. It is used to boost the high of heroin and modulate the effects of cocaine. Some symptoms of abuse include drowsiness, dizziness, loss of motor control, lack of coordination, slurred speech, confusion and gastrointestinal disturbances. In higher doses, rohypnol can produce respiratory depression.

Drugs used to facilitate sexual assault may have sedative, hypnotic, dissociative and/or amnesiac effects, and can be added to a food or drink without the victim's knowledge