White, impure crystalline powder.
Chemical name is Phencyclidine.
Originally used as an anaesthetic, but because it caused confusion & delirium its use was abandoned.
Still used rarely on animals.
PCP is a stimulant, depressant & hallucinogen
METHOD OF USE
Swallowed, snorted, smoked or (rarely) injected.
Sometimes mixed with Cannabis in a joint.
THE LAW
CLASS: A
Possession:
Up to 5 (7) years imprisonment and/or an unlimited fine.
Supply:
Up to life imprisonment and/or and unlimited fine.
EFFECTS/SIGNS OF USE
- Increased temperature, energy & confidence
- Drowsiness, slurred speech, lack of coordination and muscle rigidity
- Hallucinations
- Aggression
DANGERS/RISKS
- Very severe & prolonged comedown
- Loss of memory
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Dehydration
- Depression
- Paranoia
- Panic attacks
- Flashbacks
CLASS: A
Possession:
Up to 5 (7) years imprisonment and/or an unlimited fine.
Supply:
Up to life imprisonment and/or and unlimited fine.