• Which different groups of hallucinogenic drugs are known?

PCP (Phencyclidine or Phenylcyclohexyl Piperdine)

LSD (Lysergic Acid Diethylamide)

• Name a few typical effects of the hallucinogenic drugs and discuss the clinical profile of a patient who had taken them.

Effects of Hallucinogenic drugs	Clinical profile of patient using Hallucinogens
Blurred vision	Tired and run down
Vomiting	Bloodshot eyes
Weakness	Bad skin tone
Euphoria	Behavioural changes
Dizziness	Lack of energy
Paraesthesia	Poor performance

                      

• How is an over-dose of LSD dealt with?

The administration of anticoagulant drugs, vasodilator drugs, or sympatholytic drugs via intravenous route of administration.

• How is an over-dose of anticholinergic drugs dealt with?

The administration of a reversible acetylcholine inhibitor.

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