Tag: Fictional drugs

The notion of a "limitless pill" that unlocks the brain's full potential, as depicted in the 2011 film *Limitless*, is a compelling work of science fiction, not fact. The mythical premise that humans only use a fraction of their brainpower is a complete falsehood.

According to a 2013 survey cited by Wired, over 65% of Americans at the time believed in the myth that humans only use 10% of their brains. The 2014 sci-fi film *Lucy* capitalizes on this popular but false idea with the fictional drug, CPH4, designed to unlock 100% of cerebral capacity.

According to the Cyberpunk Wiki, the 'black lace drug' is a powerful fictional substance from the *Cyberpunk 2077* game and RPG, known for its ability to increase adrenaline and suppress pain. However, in the real world, inquiries about such fictional substances can lead users toward dangerous and illegally manufactured substances, posing a significant public health risk. This article separates the game's lore from the real-life dangers of illicit drug use.

Despite circulating rumors, the 'Devil's Elixir' is not a single, real-world substance but a potent plot device from classic and modern literature. It is often confused with a real and dangerous drug, scopolamine, also known as 'Devil's Breath'. This article explores the fictional and pharmacological origins of these similar-sounding substances.

Over 100,000 Americans died from drug overdoses between August 2021 and August 2022 alone, an epidemic driven largely by synthetic opioids like fentanyl. This reality makes it crucial to address misinformation, including the question: **What is a rapture drug?** The term itself is a fictional concept, but the intense, often deadly, pursuit of drug-induced euphoria it describes is a serious, real-world issue.