Top 10 Drugs Most Consumed In México

1. Marijuana

It is "illegal" drug of choice for users. The effects of smoking marijuana include lack of physical coordination, tachycardia, drowsiness and depression.

2. Cocaine

It is a stimulant of the nervous system, creates a strong addiction. The immediate effect of cocaine comes in symptoms such as paranoia, anger yansiedad, the risks are: heart attack, respiratory failure, and stroke, which can cause sudden death.

3. Inhalants

An increase of 1.4% in 2002 to 2.4% in 2008. They cause irritation of the nasal and oral mucosa was observed.

4. Alcohol

The prevalence regarding the consumption of alcohol at least once, was 65.1%, 65.3% in men and 64% women. The immediate effects of alcohol are euphoria and disinhibition, dizziness, nausea, vomiting and a sudden sense of wellbeing.

5. Snuff

Smoking harms nearly every organ of the body. It has been linked to cataracts and pneumonia. The snuff reduces life expectancy and causes lung, larynx, kidney, bladder, stomach, colon, oral cavity and esophagus.

6. Tranquilizers

They are drugs used to treat stress, anxiety and sleep aids. In the short term they generate isolation, fatigue, decrease emotional reaction, and mood changes.

7. Amphetamines

They are a type of drug, stimulating the nervous system and usually comes in capsules or tablets. Increases alertness and generates aggressive and violent behavior.

 8. Ecstasy

Unlike hallucinogens, this drug does not produce sensory disorders. Potentiates memory capacity, has antidepressant and analgesic effects, is used to "hold back".

9. Heroin

The immediate effects to heroin are: dry mouth, redness and heaviness of the body and produces central nervous system. The use of this drug may include spontaneous abortion, venous collapse and infectious diseases through the use of syringes among which may be hepatitis and HIV / AIDS.

10. LSD

It is a highly hallucinogenic drug, and contains chemicals that alter the mood. Damages the central nervous system. The hallucinogenic effects can last up to 12 hours, which causes greater sensitivity.