In recent years, a new drug trend has emerged called karkubi, although it is also nicknamed the ‘poor man’s drug’ due to its low production and sale costs. It is a psychotropic substance originating from Morocco, but it has been expanding to other countries. It broke into Spain with force during the lockdown, and the country is currently one of the main exporters of the substances used to manufacture karkubi.
The capsules of this drug are known by various names, such as “cartridge,” “refill,” “red vial,” or “Guadalupe.” Its composition consists of psychotropic medications—legal drugs that can be purchased in pharmacies—mixed with other drugs, such as powdered hashish and a flour-based paste known as “maajun.” At CCAdicciones, we have a medical team that will advise you, offer you treatment, and accompany you throughout the recovery process if you need help because you are suffering from an addiction to an emerging drug.
The origin of the poor man’s drug
Karkubi is made by mixing hashish and Rivotril (clonazepam). The combination of these two substances gives the ‘poor man’s drug’ a high psychotropic component. Furthermore, it is also often mixed with alcohol or glue, adding hallucinogenic effects for the consumer.
Clonazepam is a drug that belongs to the benzodiazepine category. It affects the entire central nervous system by decreasing its activity and possesses anxiolytic, anticonvulsant, muscle relaxant, sedative, hypnotic, and mood-stabilizing properties.
Addiction to new emerging drugs
Over time, new drugs appear on the market, which are known as emerging drugs. They constitute a group of substances synthesized clandestinely. The purpose of producing these drugs is to create new substances with variations in their chemical structure—that is, in their composition—but which cause effects similar to those of known drugs or even stronger and more intense ones.
These types of drugs appear and disappear on the black market regularly. New drugs constantly emerge and spread rapidly among different consumers, or disappear because they have been replaced by others.
When facing addiction to any drug, one must seek help from expert professionals in addictions because, thanks to their experience in the world of addiction, they can offer appropriate treatment for each specific situation. In the case of addiction to a new drug trend, such as karkubi, or any other emerging drug, the need to ask for help is intensified. This is because, as these are new drugs, the effects are more unknown.
Side effects of consuming this drug
As it is a relatively new drug, the effects that the new drug trend, karkubi, causes in the body regarding health or behavior are not entirely clear. Therefore, it is impossible to determine exactly what its ingestion will cause. This lack of knowledge increases its danger, and the consumer assumes risks that are still unknown.
The consequences of its consumption are determined after observing various cases, although it appears to have hallucinogenic effects and psychopathic behaviors, which can drive violence and cause severe intoxication. Normally, with the consumption of new drugs, it is common to suffer intoxication due to the mixture of substances or elements that have nothing to do with human consumption.
To avoid dangerous consequences, it is necessary to go to a detox center. Starting treatment is the solution to stop consuming new drugs and prevent adverse effects.
Karkubi treatment
To stop consuming a drug and detoxify, it is necessary to go to a detox center that has expert addiction professionals. If carried out under medical supervision, it will be possible to control and mitigate as much as possible the symptoms produced by withdrawal syndrome, such as malaise, vomiting, anxiety, tachycardia, irritability…
The detoxification treatment for new drugs consists of 4 distinct phases. It is a process that the addict must follow to detoxify and be able to stop consuming the substance gradually. It consists of 4 distinct stages: detoxification, rehabilitation (habit-breaking), recovery, and finally, reintegration.
The 4 stages for addiction to new drugs
In the first phase, a medical detoxification of the patient is performed. Medical supervision is a key element because emerging drugs represent a high risk at both psychological and medical levels, as the side effects of their withdrawal are unknown. Therefore, it is necessary to have a medical team that monitors the patient’s progress and how they react at all times to avoid serious medical complications.
Next comes the habit-breaking phase, which aims to generate a change in the addict’s mind. The goal is for the patient to leave behind all toxic habits related to the consumption of new drugs and gradually acquire a healthy life and healthy daily routines. The main tool used to achieve this is therapy, both group and individual.
Following this, it is time for rehabilitation. At this point, the patient’s attitudes and skills that have been weakened due to their illness are addressed. It is necessary to make an effort to improve physical and psychological capacities to face a new life away from addictions.
The reintegration is the final step of the detoxification treatment. It takes place once the patient has returned to their daily life and is in their usual environment. The purpose is for the patient to resume activities gradually. The patient will be accompanied at all times by professionals distributed across different outpatient centers. Likewise, their family will have a medical team at their disposal to receive psychological help, helping them cope with their relative’s illness in the best possible way and guiding them on how to act.
Once this period is over, the treatment does not end. Long-term monitoring with a professional is required to avoid possible relapses.
There is a way out
If you suffer from an addiction to the new drug trend, karkubi, or any other drug, at CCAdicciones we are here to help you. We offer you a detoxification treatment with the guarantees of a team of professionals specialized in addictions.
Get in contact with us if you want to leave behind an addiction, with or without substances, and start regaining control of your life as soon as possible.
