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A drug is any biological substance, synthetic or non-synthetic, that is taken for non-dietary needs. It is usually synthesized outside of an organism, but introduced into an organism to produce its action. That is, when taken into the organism’s body, it will produce some effects or alter some bodily functions (such as relieving symptoms, curing diseases or used as preventive medicine or any other purposes).
Amphetamine/Methamphetamine
Both are chemical stimulants were primarily developed to treat various medical conditions. However, the street versions of these compounds are cooked up in clandestine "kitchens" using a variety of hazardous and volatile chemicals. Both stimulants can be inhaled, smoked, and injected by the abuser.(Substance abuse,2002)

Club Drugs
This term refers to an influx of designer drugs including MDMA (Ecstasy), GHB, Rohypnol (Ruffies), Clarity, and Ketamine (Special K).......

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