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Flakka (alpha-PVP)

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bath salts

What is it?

Flakka (alpha-PVP), is a dangerous drug that is similar to the street drug commonly known as bath salts. Flakka is typically white or pink in color, and is found in crystal form.

Street Names

Gravel

How is it used?

The drug may be eaten, snorted, injected, or vaporized in e-cigarettes.

Paraphernalia

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E-Cigarette

E-Cigarettes

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Needle

Needle

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Rolled up dollar bill used as straw

Straw or tube

How does it affect the body?

  • Paranoia and hallucinations that may lead to violent aggression and self-injury.
  • Overdose and death have been linked to the use of this drug.
Read More About Flakka (alpha-PVP) (pdf)

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