One trend is termed synthetic speedballing. This involves combining Ecstasy and Rohypnol to induce a stronger effect. College students typically use alcohol in combination with Rohypnol to create an enhanced feeling of drunkenness. In some areas, it is associated with gangs and is known as a club drug. It is also popular in raves.
Results are fatal because breathing stops .
Even in healthy young individuals, combined use of these drugs have caused coma and death. Many females have been unwitting victims of date rape when given Rohypnol dissolved in drinks. Sedation occurs within 20 to 30 minutes after ingestion of a 2-mg tablet, and lasts for approximately 8 hours. Peak effect takes place after approximately 2 hours causing most victims to lose consciousness. Those who ingest the Rohypnol become extremely relaxed, can lose bodily control.