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Nifoxipam

Found in:  

Fentanyl, BZD

Type/Reason added:  

Intermediate acting DBZD

Relative Potency:  

N/A

Overview

The Effects

Treatment Options

Routes of Administration and Effects

Administration:

It is typically taken orally as a pill or powder but can also be snorted or, less commonly, injected. Some users dissolve it in liquid for sublingual (under the tongue) use.

Dosage and Effects:

Benzodiazepine Effects: Sedation, relaxation, muscle relaxation, and reduced anxiety

Adverse Effects: Drowsiness, dizziness, impaired coordination, memory problems, and confusion. Higher doses can lead to blackouts, extreme sedation, or dangerous impairment of motor skills.

Dose Range (oral):

Common: 0.5-2 mg
Usual: 1-2 mg
High: >2 mg

Information Regarding the Substance

Physical Description:

It is typically found as a white or off-white powder or in pressed tablets. The appearance varies depending on the source, as it is sold illicitly in designer drug markets.

Side Effects:

Common: Reduced anxiety, calmness, muscle relaxation, and sedation. It also causes memory suppression (anterograde amnesia).
Severe: Can cause severe respiratory depression, unconsciousness, and coma, especially when mixed with opioids or alcohol.