Flunitrazepam
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The "date-rape drug," or rohypnol is a 1,4-benzodiazepine drug that has been used criminally in recent years. It is a central nervous system depressant similar to Valium and Librium that acts both as a sedative and a hypnotic. It is smuggled into the United States (where it is illegal) from Mexico and South America (where it is legal). Like Valium, it causes temporary amnesia which can be useful for a medical operation, but also criminals have used it to take advantage of victims of a violent crime. Its effects are particularly rapid with alcohol consumption. In high doses, it can be fatal.