Quaaludes

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Quaaludes

Quaaludes (/'kweɪ.luːdz/), also known as methaqualone, is a synthetic, barbiturate-like, central nervous system depressant.

Etymology

The term "Quaalude" combines the words "quiet" and "interlude". It was originally coined by the pharmaceutical company William H. Rorer Inc., which first synthesized methaqualone.

Description

Quaaludes were introduced as a safe barbiturate substitute, but they later showed that the possibility of addiction and withdrawal symptoms were similar to those of barbiturates. They were widely used for recreational purposes in the 1960s and 1970s.

Effects

Quaaludes promote relaxation, sleepiness and sometimes a feeling of euphoria. They can cause side effects such as dizziness, nausea, vomiting, and sweating. Overdose can lead to nervous system shutdown, coma and death.

Legal Status

In the United States, Quaaludes are classified as a Schedule I drug under the Controlled Substances Act, meaning they have a high potential for abuse, no currently accepted medical use in treatment, and lack of accepted safety for use under medical supervision.

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