The drugs you are referring to are Rohypnol (also known as “roche” or “roofies”) and GHB (gamma hydroxbutyrate). There are many others, but these are the most common. Rohypnol is a strong sleeping pill and GHB is often available in clear liquid form. Both drugs are not sold legally in this country. These drugs can be placed in a drink without the drinker’’s knowledge and can make you unable to consent or resist. If you believe that you have been drugged, contact a local rape crisis program or the police so you so you can be tested for the presence of these drugs. It is important to get a urine test as soon as possible because the drugs cannot be detected after a certain period of time. However, alcohol is the most common Date Rape drug.
