Aliases: roofies, rohypnol
benzodiazepine habit-forming depressant
Known as Rohypnol or 'roofies,' this infamous drug has similar qualities to most other benzodiazepines; sedating with strong hypnotic effects. Despite being known as a 'date rape drug' has only been implicated in a small number of such crimes. Danger of respiratory depression in combination with other depressants. May cause amnesia and lowered inhibitions in overdose.