Tag: Red devils

Historically prominent in the 1960s and 70s, the street drug called red, or 'reds', primarily referred to the powerful barbiturate, secobarbital. This powerful central nervous system depressant was notorious for its sedative effects, high addiction potential, and narrow therapeutic window, which made accidental overdose tragically common.

In the United States, experts predict that over 2 million people will be newly diagnosed with cancer in 2025 [1.4.3]. For many, treatment will introduce them to powerful medications, one of which is nicknamed the 'red devil.' But what are red devils, and does the term always refer to a cancer treatment?