Overview LSD is a potent hallucinogen that has a high potential for abuse, but currently has an
accepted medical use in treatment in the United States.

Street names Acid, Blotter Acid, Dots, Mellow Yellow, Window Pane

Looks like LSD is sold on the street in tablets, capsules, and occasionally in liquid form. It is an
odorless and colorless substance with a slightly bitter taste. LSD is often added to absorbent paper, such as blotter paper, and divided into small decorated squares, with each square
representing one dose.

Methods of abuse LSD is abused orally.

Effect on mind During the first hour after ingestion, users may experience visual changes with extreme changes in mood. While hallucinating, the user may suffer impaired depth and time perception accompanied by distorted perception of the shape and size of objects, movements, colors, sound, touch and the user’s own body image. The ability to make sound judgments and see common dangers is impaired, making the user susceptible to personal injury. It is possible for users to suffer acute anxiety and depression after an LSD “trip” and flashbacks have been reported days, and even months, after taking the last dose.

Effect on body The physical effects include: dilated pupils, higher body temperature, increased
heart rate and blood pressure, sweating, loss of appetite, sleeplessness, dry mouth, and tremors.

Drugs causing similar effects LSD’s effects are similar to other hallucinogens, such as PCP,
mescaline, and peyote.

Overdose effects Longer, more intense “trip” episodes, psychosis, and possible death.