Alcohol is a legal substance found in beverages like beer, wine, and spirits. It is one of the most widely used and accepted drugs in the world. Alcohol is a "depressant" drug that produces relaxing and euphoric effects. Read more

Benzodiazepines, also known as benzos, are a class of medications used to treat anxiety, insomnia, and certain other medical conditions. They are also common in recreational drug use. Benzodiazepines are depressants (downers) that provide calming and anxiety-reducing effects. Benzodiazepines have a high risk of addiction, especially with long-term use. Physical dependence can lead to severe withdrawal symptoms when discontinued. Read more

Cannabis, also known as marijuana, weed, grass, hash, or ganja, is a plant-based psychoactive drug derived from the cannabis plant. Emojis like can represent cannabis. Cannabis is a "downer" drug that produces relaxing and euphoric effects. Cannabis has a low to moderate risk of dependence. Long-term use can lead to psychological dependence and, in some cases, physical withdrawal symptoms such as irritability, sleep issues, and decreased appetite. Read more

Cocaine is a powerful central stimulant that is produced from coca leaves and is also known as Charlie, Kola, Coke, Powder, White, or Snow. Emojis such as the snowflake are often used to represent cocaine. Cocaine is an "upper" that provides rapid and intense euphoric effects. Cocaine triggers a strong craving for more and has a high potential for psychological addiction. Read more

DMT is a powerful hallucinogen often called "The Spirit Molecule." It occurs naturally in certain plants and animals and can be synthesized as a white, crystalline substance. Emojis like on hookup apps can indicate that someone is interested in using DMT for spiritual or psychedelic experiences. DMT produces intense and short-lasting hallucinatory effects. Users may experience visual and auditory hallucinations, altered perceptions of reality, and feelings of euphoria or self-insight. DMT is not addictive in the traditional sense, but the intense experience can tempt users to use it repeatedly. Risks include anxiety, paranoia, and psychosis, especially in individuals with mental health issues. It can also be dangerous for people with heart problems due to increased heart rate and blood pressure. Many who use DMT do so in controlled environments, often with the intention of gaining spiritual insights or self-understanding. It is important to be aware of potential harmful effects and to prepare to minimize these. Read more

GHB/GBL is also commonly referred to as "G". The drug increases sexual desire and has a relaxing effect, making it popular in chemsex. Emojis like on hookup apps can indicate an interest in using GHB in sexual contexts. GHB/GBL is a depressant (also known as ‘downers’). The risk of overdose is high, with fatal overdoses mainly occurring when GHB is mixed with other drugs, especially central nervous system depressants such as alcohol, benzodiazepines, or opioids. A lot of people who use methamphetamine in sexual contexts can do so in a controlled way. It’s important to be aware of potential harmful consequences and know how to avoid them. Read more

Ketamine, also known as K or ket, is a sedative drug sometimes used in chemsex contexts as it can enhance sexual feelings and desire. Emojis like on hookup apps can indicate an interest in using ketamine in sexual contexts. Ketamine is a dissociative anesthetic, meaning it can cause a feeling of separation from reality or one's body. Ketamine does not have a particularly high risk profile when used in moderate doses with intervals between each use. Higher doses of ketamine can lead to what is known as a ‘k-hole’. Ketamine can be psychologically addictive for some, but it does not cause severe physical withdrawal symptoms. Read more

Nitrous oxide, commonly known as laughing gas, whippets, or nitro, is a colorless gas used for both medical and recreational purposes. Nitrous oxide can be classified as a "stimulant" drug, providing short-term euphoric and dissociative effects. Read more

LSD, also known as acid, blotter, lucy, or tabs, is a powerful hallucinogenic drug that alters perception and consciousness. Emojis like can be used to represent LSD and the distorted sensory experiences and hallucinations experienced during an LSD trip. is primarily used for psilocybin mushrooms, also known as "magic mushrooms" or "shrooms," but can sometimes also represent psychedelic drugs in general, including LSD. LSD is primarily a psychedelic drug, meaning it mainly affects perception, consciousness, and mood in a unique and often profound way. However, it can also be seen as an "uplifting" drug due to its stimulating effects. There is a risk that taking LSD can set off mental health problems or make them worse for people already experiencing them. If you have an underlying mental health condition or you are in a bad mood, feeling depressed or worried avoid taking LSD, as taking LSD can lead to a bad ‘trip’. There have been instances where people harm themselves due to bad ‘trips’. Read more

MDMA (3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine) is often referred to as Molly or Mandy. Ecstasy is a collective term for MDMA and similar substances, commonly called E. Emojis like may be used to represent MDMA. MDMA/Ecstasy has both stimulant and hallucinogenic properties and is used for its euphoric and empathy-enhancing effects. There is a risk that users may develop psychological dependence, as they can feel a strong desire to relive the positive feelings associated with MDMA/Ecstasy. Read more

Mephedrone, also known as 4-methylmethcathinone (4-MMC), is more common in chemsex outside of Sweden. Chemically altered variants of 4-MMC (3-MMC, 3-CMC etc.) are becoming more common. The substance is also referred to as Meow Meow, M-Cat, Drone, or M. Mephedrone is a central stimulant with effects similar to amphetamine and MDMA (ecstasy) as it belongs to the same chemical class as these (cathinones). Mephedrone is an ‘upper’ often used for its euphoric and stimulating properties. There is a high risk of psychological dependence associated with mephedrone use. Many users experience strong cravings after taking mephedrone. Read more

Methamphetamine is often referred to as meth, tjack, tina, ice, crystal, and sometimes metatjack. Emojis on hookup apps can indicate that someone is interested in using methamphetamine in sexual contexts. Methamphetamine is a stimulant, and the high produces euphoric effects. Users may experience a significant increase in sexual desire. There is a high risk of addiction, which can lead to serious physical and mental health problems. Methamphetamine overdoses are usually not fatal but can be very unpleasant. Many who use methamphetamine in sexual contexts may do so in a controlled manner. It is important to be aware of the potential harmful consequences of its use and to know what steps can be taken to avoid them. Read more

Alkyl nitrites are a liquid substance used in recreational and sometimes medical contexts. The group of chemicals known as alkyl nitrites is more commonly referred to as poppers. Inhaling the vapors of the liquid produces a short-term high. Poppers have muscle-relaxing, pain-relieving, and sexually stimulating effects. If poppers are used regularly in conjunction with sex, it may become harder to enjoy sex without them. In this way, poppers can lead to psychological dependence. Read more