The Paradox of Phencyclidine (PCP) Abuse
Annals of Internal Medicine March 1, 1979 R. C. Stillman, Robert C. Petersen 38 citations
Phencyclidine (PCP, known as 'angel dust') is a dangerous drug with acute and chronic risks. High accidental doses can cause severe or fatal medical complications, acute and recurrent psychoses, suicidal depressions, and unpredictable violence. Chronic use leads to aggressiveness, psychological dependence, memory loss, and physiological dependence. Its use is widespread, and among abused drugs it has no current rivals for its disturbing effects.