Delayed effects, or flashbacks, can occur even when use has ceased. Because the drug blocks pain receptors, violent PCP episodes may result in self-inflicted injuries. The immediate effects of cocaine use include dilated pupils and elevated blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, and body temperature, followed by depression. Crack, or free base rock cocaine is extremely addictive and can cause delirium, hallucinations, blurred vision, severe chest pain, muscle spasms, convulsions, and even death. Amphetamines - Amphetamines can cause a rapid or irregular heartbeat, tremors, loss of coordination, collapse, and death.
Heavy users are prone to irrational acts.
Heroin - Heroin is an opiate drug that causes the body to have diminished pain reactions. The use of heroin can result in coma or death due to a reduction in heart rate. Students who use or possess hard drugs or large quantities of marijuana are typically suspended from the University. Any student allowed to remain in the University will, at a minimum, be required to successfully complete a university sponsored alcohol and drug education program and, if an entering freshman, will have his or her parents notified. Employees violating any criminal drug statute while in the work place will be subject to discipline up to and including termination.