Toxicology & Controlled Substances
What is a Controlled Substance?
A controlled substance is generally a drug or chemical whose manufacture, possession, or use is regulated by a government, such as illicitly used drugs or prescription medications that are designated a Controlled Drug.
Examples of Controlled Substances
- Morphine
- Anabolic Steroids
- Methamphetamine
- Marijuana
- Tetrazepam
What Some of These Substances Do
Morphine
This drug is used to assist patients dealing with high amounts of pain. However, it can also be very addictive and is only used in hospitals.
Anabolic Steroids
Drugs that are structurally related to the cyclic steroid ring system and have similar effects to testosterone in the body. They increase protein within cells, especially in skeletal muscles. They can also horribly affect the hormones in the body.
Marijuana
Marijuana is a plant that is generally used to get a high off of. However, it is also used in the medical field as a pain killer.
Federal Analog Act
The Federal Analogue Act, 21 U.S.C. ยง 813, is a section of the United States Controlled Substances Act passed in 1986 which allowed any chemical "substantially similar" to a controlled substance listed in Schedule I or II to be treated as if it were also listed in those schedules, but only if intended for human consumption.
Consequences For Abusing a Controlled Substance
- The unlawful use of controlled substances exposes students and employees to criminal prosecution by local, state, or federal authorities. This could affect employment or chances of scholarships.
- The recreational abuse of controlled substances may cause or contribute to physical impairment or psychological dependency. Using or abusing substances can cause loss of memory, chronic fatigue, loss of appetite, frequent absence from classes or work.